Why do cats rub their faces on everything?

Have you ever wondered why cats rub their faces on seemingly everything they cross paths with? This behavior is called bunting, and it’s actually a form of feline communication. However, depending on what they rub themselves on, it can have different meanings.

Cats have scent glands located in their feet, below their chin, on their lips, near their temples, along their tails and in their ears. These glands release pheromones, which cats use to mark their territory. If a cat rubs itself all over your furniture and walls, it’s saying that those things are the property of kitty.

Bunting may be a show of dominance over other felines in the house, or it may be a way for the cat to feel more comfortable at home.

If your kitty doesn’t like to show their face when you have visitors, they may rub their scent around the house once the strangers have gone. Bunting allows them to reclaim the house and feel calmer.

But what about when a cat rubs itself on you? Do they consider you their property as well? The answer depends on your relationship with the kitty in question.

Cats often rub themselves on newcomers to their home. If they do this, it’s to gather the intruder’s scent and find out more about them. However, if they bunt against their human companions, it’s a sign of affection and that they consider you a part of their family.