Although they don’t communicate like we do, our pets often seem to understand us better than most people. Whether they’re curled up in our laps or gazing quietly into our eyes, they have an uncanny ability to sense what we’re feeling and going through.But there’s one thing they seem to struggle with—or maybe just choose to ignore—and that’s the concept ofpersonal space.Theanimalswe’ve gathered from across the internet definitely don’t mind getting up close and personal. And while they may have no sense of boundaries, their hilarious antics are impossible to resist. So, let’s laugh at their adorable mischief together!This post may includeaffiliate links.
Although they don’t communicate like we do, our pets often seem to understand us better than most people. Whether they’re curled up in our laps or gazing quietly into our eyes, they have an uncanny ability to sense what we’re feeling and going through.
But there’s one thing they seem to struggle with—or maybe just choose to ignore—and that’s the concept ofpersonal space.
Theanimalswe’ve gathered from across the internet definitely don’t mind getting up close and personal. And while they may have no sense of boundaries, their hilarious antics are impossible to resist. So, let’s laugh at their adorable mischief together!
This post may includeaffiliate links.
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When it comes to pets that just can’t seem to respect personal space,catsare probably the biggest offenders. To find out why they’re so clingy,Bored Pandareached out toAlex Worth, a certified cat behaviorist and member of the International Society of Animal Professionals.
“While kittens that receive extensive positive socialization during a critical developmental window (2-7 weeks) are more likely to form secure attachments,” says Worth, “individual cats can also vary in their innate tendencies to be more independent or more prone to strong bonds with their owners.”
Now, if you haven’t spent much time around cats, you might not realize just how insistent they can be when they want to be close to you. But if you’re a cat owner, you know the drill—your pet claiming your computer as their personal nap spot while you’re trying to work, or jumping straight onto your lap the second you sit down, leaving you stuck until they decide it’s time to move. That’s just how it goes.
Girlfriend caught me and my girl napping. Zero concept of personal space or her size but makes a good weighted blanket 😅
Someresearchalso suggests that cats like to make themselves at home on computers because they enjoy imitating humans.However, Dr. David Sands, an expert in animal psychology, believes it’s more to do with their owners’ scent.
Someresearchalso suggests that cats like to make themselves at home on computers because they enjoy imitating humans.
However, Dr. David Sands, an expert in animal psychology, believes it’s more to do with their owners’ scent.
“You won’t be able to sniff it, but a cat can smell you all over the keyboard,” says Sands in a conversation withBBC. “Cats are scent machines from the end of the tail to the tip of their nose. Their world is about scent—their eyesight’s developed for night-time hunting, meaning their sense of smell is really important at other times.”
But that doesn’t necessarily mean your cat sits on your laptop because they love the way you smell, according to Sands.
“People always think cats rubbing themselves against you or things you touch are expressing love. But actually, cats are very possessing individuals. For them, the more they can brush past you and deposit your scent, the better!”
As endearing as it is to have a cuddly, needy cat, Worth notes that excessive clinginess can sometimes signal underlying issues like separation anxiety or cognitive decline.“Cats with separation anxiety may display distress behaviors like vocalizing, pacing, or destructiveness when left alone,” she says. “This is more common in cats that weren’t properly socialized during critical developmental stages.”If you notice any changes in your cat’s behavior, Worth recommends consulting a vet. “It’s important to rule out any medical causes and develop an appropriate treatment plan,” she encourages.
As endearing as it is to have a cuddly, needy cat, Worth notes that excessive clinginess can sometimes signal underlying issues like separation anxiety or cognitive decline.
“Cats with separation anxiety may display distress behaviors like vocalizing, pacing, or destructiveness when left alone,” she says. “This is more common in cats that weren’t properly socialized during critical developmental stages.”
If you notice any changes in your cat’s behavior, Worth recommends consulting a vet. “It’s important to rule out any medical causes and develop an appropriate treatment plan,” she encourages.
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