A study by Oregon State University confirmed that cats form "Secure Attachments" to their caregivers, similar to human infants. In this episode, we decode the biological signals of feline love, explaining why a "slow blink" is chemically equivalent to a human smile (releasing Oxytocin).

We cover:

• Social Referencing: Why your cat looks at your face when they are scared (checking for safety cues).
• Head Bunting: The scent-marking ritual that claims you as "family."
• The Preference Test: Research proving most cats prefer human interaction over food.
• The Top 10 Signs: From tail position to grooming, the checklist of true bonding.

Yes, they love you. Here is the proof.
https://blog.catcognition.com/does-my-cat-love-me-science/

Key Topics: Cat Affection, Secure Attachment, Oxytocin, Slow Blink, Human-Animal Bond, Feline Psychology.

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