The Right Way to Pet a Cat: Never Do These 5 Things

We all feel like we know how to pet a cat, but doing it right is harder than you might think. In this video, you'll learn about the 5 mistakes people make when petting a cat and 5 tips for doing it well. Enter coupon code ALLABOUTCATS10 for 10% off your tuft + paw order: https://allaboutcats.com/recommends/tuft-paw-cove-litter-box
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Video Navigation:
0:00 Introduction
0:48 Mistake 1: Moving in Too Fast
1:23 Mistake 2: Going Against the Fur
2:13 Mistake 3: Brazen Tummy & Paw Petting
2:55 Mistake 4: Ignoring Overstimulation
4:08 Mistake 5: Choosing a Bad Time
5:11 Tip 1: Choose a Good Time
6:13 Tip 2: Do a Gentle Introduction
6:53 Tip 3: Be Aware of Overstimulation
7:18 Tip 4: Pet The Right Areas
8:12 Tip 5: Learn About Your Cat
8:57 Take the Petting Map Challenge!
9:53 Conclusion

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