Slow Blinking & Maine Coons
Learn what slow blinking means, how to slow blink at cats, and some fun facts about cats and slow blinking!
What is slow blinking?
Slow blinking at your cat shows them that you love them.
A cat slow blinks to show trust and contentment with the person they slow blink at. It is a cat's way of saying “I love you”.
We are always slow blinking with our cats, and our cats slow blink back at us, so the name SlowBlink Maine Coons was a perfect fit!
What does a slow blink look like?
It looks like a few quick half-blinks, then a slow squint or a full eye shut.
How to slow blink (how to use slow blinking to build trust with your Maine Coon Cat)
To show your affection, give your cat an “I love you” with a slow blink, and your cat will get the message!
Pro tip
We at SlowBlink Maine Coons have found the best way to slow blink with your cat:
- First, make eye contact with your cat
- Then, do a slight upward head nod like a casual “hi”
- Slowly blink at your cat
- You can continue for as long as you want!
Doing this frequently will make your cat comfortable around you and slow blink back!