Cat Tails

While dogs tend to swing their tails rapidly from side to side when they're happy or want to play, the opposite is true for cats. A tail that violently and quickly swishes from side to side is an indication that kitty is feeling anxious and aggressive and is a warning that it might attack. If you see this action, give your cat some time to relax before you try to interact. (Courtesy Cat Fancy, November 2007)