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Blink slowly to signal calm to a cat
Slow blinking is part of how cats communicate, and you can use it to signal calm to your cat.
- Time
- ⏱ 1 min
- Difficulty
- ◆ easy
How to do it
- Wait until your cat looks at you.
- Blink slowly, closing your eyes for a moment.
- Don't stare, and skip it if your cat seems restless.
Why it works
A 2020 study confirmed that slow blinking is an important part of cat communication.
Sources
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- futura-sciences.com (opens in a new tab)
slow blinking is a crucial part of how cats communicate
