2007-02-23 06:06:40 · 16 answers · asked by rabidkitty 7 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
She's trying to get all the lumps out. And its one way of showing affection for her human.
2007-02-23 06:14:49 · answer #1 · answered by pinduck85 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Most cats Knead, it is there nature.
Its like a getting comfy before lying down.
Dogs spin in circles 3 times before lying down, its weird but just nature
2007-02-23 10:53:06 · answer #2 · answered by honeybee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When they're kittens, cats knead their mama's teats to get the milk to flow.
Many cats carry this behavior into their adulthood because they associate the action with a sense of pleasure and contentment.
so, when your cats kneads your lap, its showing you that it's happy and comfortable.
2007-02-23 06:18:12 · answer #3 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
My grandpa always called it baking dough!! But our cats always do it its a sense of security for the cat and showing affection. Also if your cat does it he/she might do it to make it more comfortable before lying down (moving blankets into a more comfortable place). If u look at a litter of kittens they would always do it to their mom not only when there eating but just when there lying down for a sense of security from there mom.!
2007-02-23 06:32:34 · answer #4 · answered by it's me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kneading soothes cats, it is what they did to get milk from their mother's breasts - some call it starfish paws or making biscuits! Lol...
2007-02-23 06:18:45 · answer #5 · answered by purplejadedragon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your cat makes "biscuits" or kneads your lap, because it is a sign of efection and love for you.
2007-02-23 06:28:46 · answer #6 · answered by link00777rl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means that they are just trying to get comfortable before settling in. Kind of like fluffing up the pillow before bed.
2007-02-23 06:14:56 · answer #7 · answered by batnat20 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
My cats do it too. They do it when they are kittens to get the milk from their ma's. And they continue to do it when they get older. It's a security and comfort thing!
2007-02-23 07:10:00 · answer #8 · answered by bernie0805 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two reasons that i know of why cats kneed...
1. to sharpen their claws...hence clawing the couch or chairs...
2. because they are content and happy...
Good Luck!
2007-02-26 20:19:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every cat I have ever had has done this, and not just my knee, but cushions, carpet, bedding. I think they like the sensation of pulling on their claws.
2007-02-23 06:15:24 · answer #10 · answered by paul_crewe 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋