Have you ever noticed your cat resting peacefully - eyes half closed, paws tucked - and then spotted the very tip of their tail… twitching?
That subtle flick isn't random. A tail tip twitch, especially when a cat seems otherwise relaxed, often means they’re alert and processing something - like a sound, a scent, or even your touch. It can also be a quiet sign that they’re reaching their petting limit.
It’s one of those classic feline contradictions: they look totally chilled out, but under the surface, they’re tuned in.
Every cat is different, of course - but once you start noticing this little signal, you might find it’s one of the clearest windows into their mood.
Hop over to the Coonie Clan, where we’re taking a deeper look at what the tail tip flick can tell you about your Coonie’s mood, awareness, and even sleep cycles!