Your Cat Rubs You Because They Own You
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When your cat starts rubbing up against you, you might take it as a sign of affection. You’re not completely wrong, but don’t be mistaken – this is actually a sign of them asserting their dominance.
Cats rub up against their humans to mark them with their scent. That way, when there are other animals around, they all know that you belong to your cat and no one else!
