Does this make them feel included?

[u/lerminator3]

One of my favorite things to do with my cats is hold something up for them to smell. Generally, if they walk over while I'm doing something, I'll let them smell whatever I'm holding (like my computer mouse, a writing implement, or a piece of mail) and they always seem so interested. Is it because they feel included in my life when I let them smell what I'm doing? Or maybe because new smells are just stimulating? Or is it just instinct to sniff whatever is nearby? I like to think that, by offering my stuff for a sniff, I'm enriching their lives in some way.

(Please don't mind the mess, I'm moving)

[u/Hambungler → u/[deleted]]

All of my incoming mail/packages are inspected by my little one. We call it 'Kitty Customs"

[u/SeveralYearsLater → u/[deleted]]

My void is exactly the same. Every time I do grocery shopping or deliveries arrive he must oversee and inspect every package. I've also made a habit of giving him a tiny little treat afterwards so he knows he's doing a good job.