EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 3 MIN
Why Your Cat Swats You | Cat Behavior | Ep. 63
from Diary of a Cat Mom · host By Dagmar Gatell — Creator & Host of Diary of a Cat Mom
One moment your cat seems loving and affectionate. The next moment, they swat your hand away.As a cat mom, that can feel confusing and even a little hurtful.In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share the story of my cat Baby, a sweet gray domestic long-hair cat who taught me that swatting isn't always rejection. Sometimes it is overstimulation, irritation, frustration, or even discomfort.By paying closer attention to his body language, I learned how to recognize his mood shifts before the swat happened.What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode Why cats sometimes swat people they love Signs your cat may be overstimulated How body language can reveal an approaching swat Why swatting is not always personal Simple ways to redirect your cat's energy safely Timestamps & Chapters00:00 Introduction 00:20 When Baby Started Swatting Me 01:00 Looking for the Cause 01:45 Watching Baby Interact with Other Cats 02:15 Understanding Overstimulation and Irritation 02:45 Reading Body Language Signals 03:05 Redirecting the Energy 03:20 The Lesson Baby Taught MeDiary of a Cat Mom is a gentle, diary-style cat podcast about everyday life with cats—created especially for cat moms 35+ in multi‑cat homes who see their cats as family.Resources for Cat ParentsEverything I use for my cats is here: https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/About the Diary of a Cat Mom PodcastDiary of a Cat Mom is a personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments from life with cats. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom, not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, always consult your trusted veterinarian.Help More Cat Parents. 🐾💕Share your knowledge, experience, and story to help cat parents better understand their cats.→ Learn More About Becoming a Guesthttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-packageConnect with Cat Parents. 🐾🐱Reach an engaged community of cat parents and build trust in your brand.→ Learn More About Sponsorshiphttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-sponsor-package
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One moment your cat seems loving and affectionate. The next moment, they swat your hand away. As a cat mom, that can feel confusing and even a little hurtful. In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share the story of my cat Baby, a sweet gray domestic long-hair cat who taught me that swatting isn't always rejection. Sometimes it is overstimulation, irritation, frustration, or even discomfort. By paying closer attention to his body language, I learned how to recognize his mood shifts befo...
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