Have you ever been petting your cat and everything seems perfectly fine... until suddenly his ears go back?

In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share what I discovered after noticing one of my senior cats pinning his ears back during cuddle sessions. At first, I worried something was wrong. But after researching cat body language, I learned that pinned-back ears can be an important sign that a cat is feeling overstimulated.

Join me as we explore what your cat may be trying to tell you when those ears suddenly change position and how recognizing the signal can strengthen the bond between you and your feline companion.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

🐾 What pinned-back ears can mean in cats
🐾 How to recognize petting overstimulation
🐾 The difference between fear, pain, and overstimulation signals
🐾 Why ear position should never be interpreted by itself
🐾 How respecting your cat's boundaries builds trust

Timestamp & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:32 My little weaky and his pinned-back ears
01:22 When petting starts to change
02:08 Could I be overstimulating him?
02:49 What pinned-back ears actually mean
03:35 Signs your cat has had enough
04:13 When ear pinning may signal illness or pain
04:42 Learning to respect my cat's boundaries

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.