I adopted a pair of brother cats from a neighbor that has taught them to kiss the face (not the mouth) of a person if they want to be petted. Has anyone heard of this? One family member says I should not let them do it to me because of germs, another says it could exfoliate my face the way a good lufah can and its good bonding with the cats. Not sure what to do, any advice would be helpful.
2007-02-26 06:41:54 · 9 answers · asked by Timberwolf 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
My one cat does this also. He is going on 3 years old- and I love that he does it. He also kisses the other female cat I have - he licks her face all the time and hes just a friendly cat- trust me your lucky to have such good cats!! and dont worry about germs- if people are that worried when coming into your household then they shouldn't be there. And yes it is good bonding with the cats- It means they really really trust you.
2007-02-26 06:46:45 · answer #1 · answered by whatup 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cat's mouth has less germs in it than ours do. There is nothing wrong with the cat kissing you on the face, it's actually quite cute. My cats do this once in aawhile, and I always feel so loved when they do. Forget about the germs, just feel the warmth from the cats and be happy that they show attention.
2007-02-26 08:07:51 · answer #2 · answered by lochmessy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat does this too. I've also heard that it's not good because of germs but I think that as long as it's not your mouth then it's ok.
2007-02-26 06:51:40 · answer #3 · answered by panthergoddess85 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think thats adorable!! there are germs in every beings mouth- kitties don't have more than any person you kiss. my daughter taught her cat to lick the hand of the person to do the petting. one of my cats plays fetch like a dog. i love cats!!!
2007-02-26 06:50:49 · answer #4 · answered by shar71vette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's fine, don't worry about germs. It's not like you're letting them lick your tongue or anything.
This is indeed good bonding, and a fine way for the cats to communicate to you what they want.
My cat gives nose-to-nose kisses when she wants attention. :)
2007-02-26 06:45:57 · answer #5 · answered by Ms. S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the cat we had used to do this. it's a sign of affection and acceptance. you are part of their family and they groom you too. it does feel funny getting "bristle brrush" kisses
2007-02-26 08:24:42 · answer #6 · answered by ♥ cat furrever ♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
actually animales have cleaner mouths then humans do! Honestly its your pets I think you should let them do what you think is best. Its cute that they do that.
2007-02-26 07:46:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had never heard of this but I think you should let them because all they want is love.
2007-02-26 07:21:49 · answer #8 · answered by ♥rachel♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with that
2007-02-26 06:49:22 · answer #9 · answered by babydruz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋