Ep. 74 - Why Is My Cat Putting Her Tail Up? | Cat Behavior

Have you ever noticed your cat walking toward you with her tail held high in the air?Many cat moms see this every day but don't realize it's one of the clearest signs of trust, confidence, and affection in cat body language. In today's Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share what I learned by watching my youngest cat, Hope, and how understanding one simple tail position helped me better understand the cats I love.What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast EpisodeWhy cats raise their tails when greeting people and other catsWhat a tail with a curved tip can meanHow cats exchange information through scentWhy body language should always be viewed as a complete pictureThe difference between a happy raised tail and a stressed raised tailTimestamps & Chapters00:00 – Introduction00:18 – Why I Started Watching My Cats' Body Language00:55 – The Fascinating Cat Greeting Ritual01:35 – Hope's Tail Tells a Story02:20 – What a Raised Tail Really Means03:00 – The Meaning of the Curved "Question Mark" Tail03:35 – When a Raised Tail Is Not a Positive Sign04:00 – Looking at the Whole Cat, Not Just the Tail04:20 – The Sweet Message Behind a Raised TailThis is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/About the Diary of a Cat Mom PodcastDiary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.Most of all, please remember: You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.Are You Helping Cat Parents Too? 🐾💕Veterinarians, emergency vets, cat behaviorists, rescue organizations, pet businesses, authors, and other cat experts may be a good fit for a future guest interview on Diary of a Cat Mom.→ Learn More About Becoming a Guesthttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-packageWant to Reach Cat Parents Through Podcasting? 🐾🐱Businesses, organizations, and experts who serve ...