The Joys of a Good Belly Rub

Yes, I know. The belly rub. A pathetic maneuver used by dogs the world over to flaunt their submissiveness to their humans. "Oh pet me, please pet me, I am your humble servant." Pant pant drool. Tail tucked and all.

Leave it to dogs to get it all wrong.

I can understand why most cats will not tolerate it, but I have to confess, I really quite like it and you can to, as long as you follow a few simple rules:

1. NEVER, I mean, NEVER be submissive. Absolutely no tail tucking. You are not begging for the human's acceptance, you are demanding their service. The human exists for your pleasure. Don't ever let them forget it.

2. Put the claws away. Those who've never known the joy of a good belly rub might have a sudden inclination to attack the hand that rubs you. Don't. The claws should only be used as a tool to remind the human who's in charge in the event they mistake your behavior for submission.

3. Be irresistible. Humans love it when you look particularly cute.



Bailey