What Do Your Cat’s Ears Tell You?

Posted by Jeanne on February 2, 2009

A cat’s ears can say a lot about what they are feeling or trying to express to others. Different ear positions mean different things:

• Ears Forward: When the ears are forward and relaxed, then your cat is happy and listening to the sounds around them.
• Ears Erect: This is when the cat is paying attention to something; he is alert to what is happening around him.
• Flattened Ears: This can relay fear or the cat being anxious.
• Ears Turned Back: Your cat is either annoyed or aggravated. This is a warning to whoever has caused their mood.
• Ears Completely Flat: This means fearful and aggressive. The cat is probably hissing and has his eyes narrowed.