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Making Muffins

When a cat is making muffins, he is kneading something with his paws. This behavior stems from his kitten years, when he was massaging to stimulate more breast milk from his mom. Making muffins is also known as "smurgling."

My kitty is making muffins on me. I think I'm in heaven!

Source: Instagram user ashleyelaine56

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