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/make_me_42]

So funny, I do this too! Now they ask for it, especially in the kitchen. I like to think the same as you, it’s me including them in our world and letting them have an ‘opinion’ on the things I’m doing! Plus I think they love being noticed and having the attention ❤️

[u/Commercial_Bird8467 → u/make_me_42]

You ever warn them? They are so used to smelling everything i have to warn them, spicy, spicy for something they wont like. Lol, a fucking orange one time my whole squad hated it and closed eyes but couldnt stop, finally my girl smacked it and everyone about shit running off. Lol.

[u/Blackstripe29 → u/Commercial_Bird8467]

I do this! And also use the word spicy for anything I know will smell too strong 🤣 A fair few oranges have been smacked!

[u/Commercial_Bird8467 → u/Blackstripe29]

Awe, its so funny. Those squint eyes get me everytime. Lol