Cat Lying on Back

susieborgel

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Hello!

I've read a million different pieces and information about cats lying on their backs - and I've come to the conclusion that for the most part, it doesn't happen.

Well, my one year old Susie LOVES to lay on her back. She mostly does this on the floor, but occasionally will lay like this beside me while I'm on the couch reading or watching TV.

Is this normal? Does anyone else have a fur baby that does this? Should I be concerned? She looks totally content, but I would love some advice (first time cat owner).

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Awww...  what a pretty cat Susie is.  And she looks perfectly happy and content. And relaxed.  I'd say you've no need for concern. In fact, I've read that when a cat exposes its tummy, it's a sign of complete trust. 

Welcome to TCS, btw. 
 

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Hello SusieBorgel, welcome to TCS :wavey:
The cat's belly is the most vulnerable area and yes, when a cat lays on her back while sleeping or resting, it means that the cat is totally full of confidence with the surroundings and especially with the people around her as she feels no threat at all.
My boy does that when he is resting or sleeping on the floor on on the bed. You don't have to be concerned over this. Just enjoy watching her sleep or when she lay down in this position ;)
 

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I love exposed kitty bellehs! Best part for snuggles. :love:
I agree with the other posters that Susie must be very comfortable and trusting in her environment to be happy to sleep like that.
 

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BELLEH RUBS!!!!

One of my cats sleeps on his back, especially when I am near. He doesn't mind a brief belly rub either.

Yes, I take it as a sign that they are comfortable and relaxed!
 

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The tabby....When he goes to sleep he makes three or four moves about 20 minutes apart.  Each move gets him closer to completely upside down.

The other one....he flips over, spread eagle, all fours extended out to the sides....just to lure you into petting that soft fuzzy belly so that he can attack your hand. 
 

The little gray girl....the more pets she gets, the more upside down she gets.  There is no place on her that she doesn't love to be scrubbed.  The only thing better than being scrubbed with hands...is being scrubbed with a brush.
 
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Totally normal!

Isn't there a thread somewhere of cats showing their bellies?  If not, there should be
 
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