If your cat flops down in front of you when you get home or maybe while you’re trying to do something else around the house, there’s a good chance your cat is seeking attention and pets from you!
Cat’s are naturally territorial creatures and they’ll often rub their cheeks on different surfaces in order to mark their territory. Many cats will flop in front of their owners and then mark the ground with their cheeks.
For unspayed female cats, flopping and rolling is a normal part of the mating behavior. When cats flop and roll while in heat they may vocalize a bit more or try to keep their butts up while rolling.
Catnip contains a compound called nepetalactone and that’s primarily what your cat is reacting to by rolling around in it or marking it with their cheeks.
Your cat might just enjoy playing with toys (or you) while on their back and flopping over in front of you is a good way to let you know that they’ve decided it’s time to play.
It might also just feel good for your cat to flop and roll around on the floor! This could especially be true if you find that your cat likes to flop i n one part of the house over another.