25 Cat Behaviors That Seem Random, but Really Aren’t

2. Eye of the tiger

When your cat is giving you the “eye of the tiger” or looking at something intensely, watch out! She’s probably ready to pounce on her next prey. Cats like to examine their victims to ensure that when they are finally ready to spring, it will be for good reason. Unless you don’t want your cat to pounce on the object (think a new pair of Tory Burch flip flops), let her practice her natural instinct.

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