如何向猫道歉

景一

如果你做了一些冒犯了你的猫的事，现在它甚至不让你接近它，你该如何和你的猫和好如初呢？下面这篇文章不仅会告诉你如何向你的猫道歉，而且还会告诉你如何安全地道歉，这样你就不会被抓狂的猫抓伤了。

1. Choose a good time to apologize. 选择一个道歉的好时机。

If your cat is visibly angry， you will need to give her some time before you try to approach her and apologize. Approaching too soon may result in getting scratched1. Try not to wait too long to apologize， however. Instead， approach the cat as soon as she appears calmer. You can also approach a frightened cat， but do so with caution. If your cat keeps running away from you， consider leaving behind a small treat in a place she can find. This will let her know that you are sorry and still care about her.

如果你的猫显然很生气，你在试图接近它并道歉之前，需要给它一些时间。过早接近可能会导致你被抓伤。然而，尽量也不要等太久才道歉。只要猫看起来比较平静了，你就可以接近它了。你也可以接近一只受惊吓的猫，但要小心行事。如果你的猫一直想要逃离你，可以考虑在它能找到的地方留下一点零食。这会让它知道你的歉意，以及你仍然关心它。

2. Take note of your cats body language. 注意你的猫的肢体语言。

Your cats body language will tell you what sort of mood your cat is in. If your cat is too angry or upset， your apology will mean nothing to him or her and will most likely result in you getting slapped2 across the face.

你的猫的肢体语言会告诉你它是什么样的心情。如果你的猫太生气或心烦意乱，你的道歉对它来说毫无意义，而且很可能导致你的脸挨上一巴掌。

Watch the tail. The tail is the most expressive part of a cats body， and is a good indicator3 of your cats mood. Unlike dogs， cats do not “wag4” their tails when they are happy. If the tail is pointing up， with the tip slightly curled to the side， your cat is content and safe to approach. If your cat is twitching5 or thumping6 her tail， then do not approach your cat. She is angry.

注意貓的尾巴。尾巴是猫身体最富表现力的地方，是猫心情的晴雨表。与狗不同的是，猫在高兴的时候不会“摇尾巴”。如果尾巴是竖起来的，尖端稍微向侧面卷曲，你的猫就是心满意足的，可以安全地接近。如果你的猫正在抽动或拍打尾巴，那么不要靠近你的猫。它正在气头上。

Observe the ears. A cats ears are very expressive， and will also help you determine how she is feeling. In general， if the ears are up， the cat is happy. If the ears are turned back， do not approach your cat. She is deeply offended and angry. Give her some time. If your cats ears are pressed back flat against the skull， she might be feeling scared. You can still approach your cat， but do it slowly and carefully.

观察猫的耳朵。猫的耳朵很有表现力，也会帮助你确定它的感受。一般来说，如果耳朵竖起来了，那么猫很高兴。如果猫的耳朵向后转，那么不要靠近你的猫。它非常地生气。给它一些时间。如果你的猫的耳朵朝着脑袋压低，它可能是在害怕。你仍然可以接近你的猫，但要缓慢而小心。

Take note of your cats eyes. If a cats pupil7 is very large， she may be afraid. It could also mean that it is just dark in the room. If a cats pupils are narrow， she may be angry. It could also mean that the lighting is very bright.

注意你猫的眼睛。如果猫的瞳孔很大，可能是它害怕，也可能只是因为房间黑暗。如果猫的瞳孔很窄，可能是它在生气，也可能是因为光线明亮。

Look at your cats fur and claws. Is the fur standing on end？ If so， your cat may be frightened. If the claws are extended， use extreme caution. Cats are fast， and your cat may be preparing to strike.

注意你的猫的毛皮和爪子。毛竖起来了吗？如果是这样，你的猫可能是在害怕。如果爪伸出来了，则要格外小心。猫的动作很快，你的猫可能准备攻击。

3. Determine the offense. 确定你的猫不高兴的原因。

What did you do to make your cat so mad at you？ Did you make fun of her？ Step on her tail？ Knowing what you did wrong will help you decide how to approach your cat. It will also help you decide how to go about apologizing to him or her.

你做了什么让你的猫这么生气？你取笑它了吗？踩到了它的尾巴？知道你做错了什么会帮助你决定如何接近你的猫，也会帮助你决定如何向它道歉。

If you offended your cat by making fun of her， you will probably have to offer some treats and praise. If you accidentally stepped on your cats tail or startled her by dropping a pot， a simple cuddle8 may be all that is needed.

如果是因為你取笑你的猫因此冒犯了它，你可能要给它一些食物和表扬。如果你不小心踩到了猫的尾巴，或者摔了个罐子吓了它一跳，那么只需要简单的拥抱就可以了。

4. Walk slowly to your cat. 慢慢靠近你的猫。

If your cat runs away from you， she may be still be angry， upset， or frightened. Do not chase after your cat. Instead， try again a few minutes later. This will reassure9 your cat that you wont do anything to further harm or annoy her.

如果你的猫从你身边跑开，它可能还是在生气、沮丧或害怕。不要追赶你的猫，而是几分钟后再试一次。这会消除你的猫的疑虑，让它知道你不会做任何事情来进一步伤害或骚扰它。

Tell her “Im sorry”. You may even use your cats name. Make sure that you are using a soft， calm voice， with a slightly higher pitch10 than usual. Your cat may not necessarily understand your words， but she will understand your tone.

告诉它“对不起”。你甚至可以呼唤你的猫的名字。一定要用柔和的、平静的声音，音调比平常稍微高一点。你的猫不一定能听懂你的话，但是它能理解你的语调。

5. Stroke11 your cat gently in her favorite spots. 轻轻地抚摸你的猫最喜欢被抚摸的地方。

Make sure that you take note of your cats mood. If your cat appears angry or upset， then do not pet her.

一定要注意你的猫咪的心情，如果你的猫看起来生气或烦躁，就不要抚摸它。

Scratch your cat behind the ear. An even better place would be the area between your cats eye and ear. Use the tip of your finger and slowly smooth over the fine hairs there. Scratch your cat under the cheek and against the cheek. She may even forgive you for your offense and start rubbing against your hand. Stroke your cats head， back， and chest. Keep in mind， however， that not all cats enjoy being petted in these areas. Watch your cats body language carefully while doing these.

挠你猫的耳朵后面。一个更好的地方是猫眼和耳朵之间的区域。用你的指尖慢慢地抚平那里的细毛。挠你猫的脸颊下面和脸颊上。它甚至可以放弃对你的攻击，开始蹭你的手。轻抚猫的头部、背部和胸部。然而，请记住，并非所有的猫都喜欢被碰触这些地方。做以上这些时，注意你的猫的肢体语言。

6. Play with your cat. 和你的猫一起玩耍。

Your cat could be upset with you because you have not been spending enough time with her. If your cat is more energetic， you could consider playing with her.

你的猫可能会因为你没有陪它足够长的时间而烦恼。如果你的猫更精力充沛，你可以考虑和它一起玩。

Toss a piece of crumpled up paper towards your cat. You can also use a toy mouse instead. Purchase a laser pointer and point the laser on a spot on the wall or the floor. Once your cat is paying attention to the red dot， move the laser around. She may even try running after the laser. Play with your cat using a cat teaser12. A cat teaser is a long， flexible stick with some feathers or string attached to one end. Some teasers also have a bell. Hold the teaser by one end and wave the decorated end near your cats paws. Gently flick it upward—she may try to jump up to catch it.

扔一个纸团给你的猫。你也可以用玩具老鼠来代替。买一个激光笔并将激光指向墙上或地板上。一旦你的猫注意到了红点，你就移动激光。它也许会试着追逐光点。用逗猫棒和你的猫一起玩。逗猫棒是一种长而柔韧的棍子，一端附有一些羽毛或细绳。有些逗猫棒上也有铃铛。握住逗猫棒的一端，在你猫的爪子附近挥舞有装饰物的另一端。轻轻地向上摇动，猫就可能会跳起来抓它。

7. Give your cat what he or she wants， within reason. 在合理的情况下，给你的猫它想要的东西。

Cats can get upset if they dont get what they want. Sometimes， what they want is simple and harmless—such as sitting on that fluffy13 pillow. Other times， what they want could be harmful， such as a portion of your dinner. Some human foods can be very bad for your cats health. If what the cat wanted was harmless， you could relent14 and let your cat have it. If what your cat wants could be dangerous， then offer your cat something else instead.

猫如果不能得到它们想要的东西就会心烦意乱。有时，它们想要的是简单而无害的，比如想要坐在蓬松的枕头上。有些时候，它们想要的可能是有害的，比如你晚餐的一部分。有些人类的食物对猫的健康有害。如果猫想要的东西是无害的，你可以宽容地让你的猫拥有它。如果你的猫想要的东西是有害的，那么就给你的猫一些别的东西来替代。

8. Leave a cat treat surprise for your cat. 给你的猫一把零食。

Treat your cat with some special food. Does your cat have a favorite flavor of cat food？ If you feed your cat different flavors， choose her favorite one， and serve it during feeding time.

用一些特殊的食物招待你的貓。你的猫有喜欢的口味吗？如果你给猫喂不同的口味，选择它喜欢的，在喂食的时候喂给他。

Be sure to leave it in a place you know where she will be able to find it. If the cat is ready to forgive you， she will come over to you and eat the treats. At this time， you may try to pet your cat behind the ear （or any other favorite spot）. If your cat does not approach you， leave the treats on the floor and step away. Do not take the treats away—this will only disappoint your cat.

要放在一个你知道猫能找到的地方。如果猫准备原谅你，它会过来找你吃点心。在这个时候，你可以试着轻抚你猫的耳朵后面（或者其他任何它喜欢的地方）。如果你的猫不靠近你，你就把食物放在地板上，然后走开。不要把吃的拿走，这只会让你的猫失望。

9. Give your cat a toy. 给你的猫一个玩具。

If your cat is interested in cat toys， you can buy a new toy and give it to her. You may leave the toy on the ground and back away， or you can toss the toy. This depends on how your cat likes to play with toys. Keep in mind that not every cat likes to play， especially older ones.

如果你的猫对猫玩具感兴趣，你可以买一个新玩具送给它。你可以把玩具放在地上然后后退，或者你可以抛玩具给猫。这取决于你的猫有多喜欢玩玩具。记住，不是每只猫都喜欢玩，尤其是年纪大的猫。

You can make your own catnip15 toy by cutting a small square from fabric16 and putting a spoonful of dried catnip in the center. You can also make another catnip toy by stuffing a sock with some cotton and adding a spoonful of dried catnip. Tie the sock off with some string.

你可以自己做猫薄荷玩具，把布料裁成一个小正方形，中间放一勺干猫薄荷。你也可以把棉花塞进袜子里，然后加一勺干猫薄荷，来做个猫薄荷玩具。用绳子把袜子系上。