Why Does My Cat Lick Me

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Do you have a cat that likes to lick you? Do you wonder “Why does my cat lick me?” Then you’ve come to the right place! Today we’re going to explore the different reasons cats like to lick their humans, and what you can do if your kitty’s licking you too much!

What Does It Mean When a Cat Licks You?

Well, first you should ask yourself if you’ve had a bath recently! Maybe your cat’s trying to tell you something by cleaning you off! No—just kidding! There are many other reasons a cat likes to lick her human companion. You may assume that she’s being affectionate, which could well be the case. But there are several reasons cats like to lick us.

1. Being affectionate: cats will show their affection this way. Your feline companion can’t say she loves you, so she shows her affection by licking, rubbing on you, etc.

2. Wants attention: this is one method cats sometimes use to get your attention. Nothing is more distracting than being licked by a cat’s rough tongue. Maybe she wants to go out, be fed, play or snuggle. One thing’s for sure—she’s trying to grab your attention and spend some time with you.

3. Anxious: licking can be a sign your fur baby’s feeling stressed or maybe she’s afraid. Cats do sometimes use licking as a way to selfsoothe and calm themselves. Or your fur baby could sense that you’re feeling anxious and stressed, and she licks you to help calm you down. Cats are usually very in tune with their cat parents’ moods. If your kitty is licking you a lot, it could be that you’re going through some tough times and she’s just doing what she can to help out.

4. Showing possession: your cat may be saying you belong to her! Licking is another method cats use to mark their territory, along with rubbing and spraying. If she’s marking you as hers, be thankful she’s licking you and not spraying you!

5. Petting: you pet your cat, but she can’t pet you back—so, licking may be her way of petting you in return.

6. Boredom: licking you could also be a sign that your cat or kitten’s feeling bored and/or that she’s alone too much. This behavior can become a way to selfsoothe and relieve the anxiety that may come with boredom and loneliness.

7. Socializing and bonding: your fur baby may be showing that you’re a part of her family by licking you. When several cats live together or in a colony, they tend to groom one another. This act solidifies the bond of the group, along with showing everyone belongs.

8. You taste good: your feline friend may lick because you taste good. That’s no joke! Some cats enjoy the flavor of lotions, medicated creams, etc. used on their human’s skin. They’ll lick and lick until the lotion or cream is gone. This could be dangerous if something in the lotion or cream is harmful to your cat. Be especially careful of lotions containing zinc, topical hormones, or corticosteroids, as each of these can be harmful to your cat.

There are some cats who just like the taste of their human—it could be salty skin, etc. that causes a kitty to lick.

9. She’s teaching you to groom: your kitten or cat may be teaching you how to groom, just like her mother taught her! Does this mean she thinks you’re dirty? It’s hard to tell, but at least she cares enough to try to help teach you how to clean yourself.

Why Does My Cat Lick my Face?

If you wear makeup or lotion, your cat may just like the taste. Or if you have a beard, your kitty could be enjoying the texture against her tongue—you may also give her the feeling she’s grooming another cat!

Why Does My Kitten Like Licking Me?

Your kitten may be feeling separation anxiety and/or was taken away from her before she was weaned. Kittens and cats may use this as a method to selfsoothe—they develop an oral fixation. The kitten doesn’t get to nurse or receive her mother’s attention, and this can cause a her to lick too much. You could think of yourself as a pacifier in this instance!

Mother cats will lick their kittens to help calm them and keep them warm. This is another common cat behavior. If you want to help your kitten, try rubbing her belly and scratching her head. Attentionseeking behavior is a common cause of your kitten’s excessive licking. Sometimes, they will also meow and cry when they need attention.

If your kitten is licked excessively, the licking may be part of a cat’s “love language.” Kittens and cats often use this behavior to express their love for you, or it could be a form of nonverbal communication. The social bond that kittens develop with their mothers is essential for healthy social development.