 In today's video, we are going to talk about why cats making biscuits and what is the meaning of it. If you've ever pondered your cat's unique behavior, you're not alone. From a love of cardboard boxes to sleep in circles, to pounce on your feet, cats have no shortage of quirks. Among these might be the rhythmic motion your cat makes with her paws, pressing in and out, as she sits on your lap. Also known as kneading, this behavior gets its name because it resembles a baker working bread dough. Not all cats need, and some cats do so infrequently. She may even bite at the sheets or blanket while kneading. Each cat is unique in her habits. This behavior certainly serves a purpose for kittens, but why does it continue into adulthood? Animal behaviorists speculate that an adult cat needs to show contentment, to comma herself when she's feeling anxious, or to mark a person or object with her scent from the sweat glands in her paws. If your cat seems to be kneading her paws into a soft surface like blankets, other cats, or your lap, keep going to find out what's up. Cat kneading. A cat needs in much the same way a baker works bread dough. If you haven't seen it, kneading is the rhythmic motion cats make with their paws, pushing in and out against a soft object such as a kitty bed, couch, or lap. A cat will push one paw against a soft surface, then the other paw, back and forth in an alternating rhythm. Some cats push hard, some cats more softly. Some cats will fully extend their claws as they stretch out their toes and press them against that soft surface, relaxing as they release an alternate paws. Other kitties only flex their toes a bit. Most felines only need with their front paws, but some use all four legs for a hilarious display as a kid. Some of your cats may look like he meant to start a kitty ballet and dance on the toe the whole way through. Many cats seem to purr in their neediness. In fact, the act of cat kneading commonly is referred to as kneading dough or making bread or biscuits. Not all cats need, and some cats do so infrequently. She may even bite at the sheets or blanket while kneading. Each cat is unique in her habits. Typically a cat needs or makes biscuits, as some folks call it into soft surfaces like pillows, beds and rugs. It's not uncommon to hear purring while this happens. Here's why your cat is kneading, or as some call it, making biscuits. 1. Adult cats keep their kitten tendency to knead. The most popular theory as to why cats knead is that adult cats keep their kitten tendency to knead. In kittenhood, kneading stimulates the mother cat's milk while nursing. The thought is that even though adult cats kneading a soft surface doesn't yield milk, it still evokes the nurturing feelings of safety and comfort that nursing does. 2. They are comfortable. Let's agree we may never know why cats do anything. They are fickle, and that's why we love them. Catsters' experts hypothesize, however, that since baby kittens need their mother's bellies during feeding time to ensure they get as much milk as possible, adult felines need instinctually when they seek comfort or care. It's worth noting some cats will lick or suck whatever is near while they need, which lends credence to this theory. On the other hand, some cats who need only when he's being scratched or pet and keeps his mouth shut the whole time, may simply feel early content or safe in their surroundings. More often than not, it's a good bet your cat is just returning the love. Sometimes, making biscuits could be an extension of a really good stretch. Watch your cat the next time she does a big downward dog, yoga-style stretch. Chances are, she'll segue into kneading or scratching whatever surface she's on. 3. They love you. If your cat is sitting on your lap and you're petting it, it's likely it will knead in response. It's essentially telling you it loves you right back. Some cats never extend their claws when kneading, but if your cat does, this can mean that love hurts. To help this, try placing a towel on your lap with your cat on top. Trimming its nails on a regular basis is also a good idea. Cats love their pet parents, and this is one way she tells you that. If your cat needs on you, you can be assured that she's showing you her undying affection. 4. Yoga cats. Kneading often accompanies something else that feels good, a stretch. Cats may knead on a surface to hold on to it while stretching their back, shoulders, and hind legs. And after all that napping, a good stretch is definitely warranted. 5. Love connection. Female cats tend to knead right before going into heat. Cats who are going into heat have been known to knead aggressively as well, which may circle back to the hole expressing the scent glands in their paw pads thing, making biscuits to signal to male cats they're ready for baby-making business. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high-quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife, to get 20% off. 6. Making a nest. Cats in the wild ensure their comfort and safety by making their sleeping surfaces more inviting. One way they do this is by kneading down tall grasses and brush to make a soft and comfortable bed for sleeping and bearing their young. Kneading in domestic cats could be a throwback to this wild behavior. 7. To mark their territories. It's also possible cats need to mark their territories. Paw pads excrete a kitty's unique scent, which means kneading could be a great way to make everything she touches smell like her. This theory doesn't resonate as much based on my cat's behaviors, but all felines operate differently. 8. Happiness. Kneading is similar to purring in that it's showing contentment, except only one in 100 cats will need. However, it has nothing to do with being taken away from their mother too early, that is just a myth. They are simply expressing their affection. If your cat doesn't need. If your kitty doesn't need, make sure there's no stress in their lives keeping them from relaxing. A cat who's not comfortable or relaxed is less likely to purr around making biscuits. If your feline friends happy as can be and still doesn't make biscuits. Well, sometimes if a kitty doesn't need, they just don't need. Natural variation happens among all behaviors, even the ones that seem to be instinctual. There's plenty of anecdotal evidence of some cats coming to kneading later in life, with no one the wiser as to why. Biscuits may still happen one day. 8. Need training. It's a wonderful bonding moment when your cat needs your lap while you're sitting on the couch, but even when she uses a gentle motion, it can be painful if her claws aren't trimmed. Or, perhaps her claws snag your clothes, the blankets, or couch, and you want to keep your possessions from wear and tear while keeping your kitty from getting stuck. What you don't want to do, however, is prevent your cat from kneading entirely. She's not misbehaving. It's a natural instinct for which cats need an outlet. But there are ways you can protect your stuff and let your cat happily knead away. Kneading is a normal and natural cat behavior. You should never punish your cat for kneading, it's a part of her DNA. Keeping her claws trimmed, an important part of regular cat grooming will decrease snags and scratches. If you don't want her to knead people, you can train her to knead dedicated blankets or towels by moving her gently to these items at the moment she begins to knead, thereby redirecting her to the designated spot. It may take a while, but she'll learn. If the kneading needs to stop. Sometimes a cat's kneading can become obsessive or it can be painful when her claws poke your lap. If you want to prevent her from kneading on you entirely, move her gently to a kitty bed or soft pillow and you might try gently pulling your cat into a lying position just as she starts the motion. This might help settle her down and put her in a comfortable position for sleeping. You might also want to try gently covering her paws with your hand so it's harder for her to knead. Or try distracting her with a toy or a treat when she starts to knead. If you enjoy kneading and it's not painful, it can be a lovely bonding time for you and your cat. Just never punish your kitty for performing a natural behavior. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.