Why Do Cats Knead? The Science Behind 'Making Biscuits' — and What Your Cat Is Really Telling You
Cats knead — push their paws rhythmically against soft surfaces, sometimes called 'making biscuits' — and it's one of the most charming, most Googled feline behaviors on the internet. This 2026 guide explains every reason cats knead (there are six), what it means when your cat kneads you specifically, why some cats knead with claws out, why some never knead at all, and what the behavior tells you about your cat's emotional state right now.
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