Pet owners should not ignore cats when they lift their bottoms. Cats do this for a reason, not just to say hello. It's actually a kind gesture.

A video says cats lift their bottoms as a compliment to owners.

If a cat does this, it means they like and trust you.

The video explains: when petting, a cat's butt goes up like an elevator.

Most people think it's funny, but don't ignore it. It's a big compliment from your cat.

It means they feel safe and trust you. When a cat lifts their butt, they show scent glands.

In cat language, this is a friendly greeting. They say, 'I like you, I trust you.' Mother cats do this with kittens.

When your cat does it with you, they treat you like family. It also feels good for them.

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt explained this behavior, saying it's more common in female cats.

She said: 'This behavior is more common in females, especially if they had seasons before being spayed.'

They lift their bums, we stroke harder, and they're more likely to do it again. Some cats enjoy the reaction they get.

We squeal, a noise cats find interesting, so they repeat the behavior.