18 pictures of cats baring their tummies for long scratching sessions

When our feline companions are in the mood for a hug, they know how to tell. For belly caresses, in particular, they just have to lie on their backs and clearly show their little belly. Their families just have to comply.

Here are 18 pictures of cats ready for their belly rubs.

1. This cat hides its eyes to be surprised by the tickle

2. An elegant elongated kitten just ready to be stroked

3. His even smaller sidekick hopes to become scratch champion

4. A cat that is able to be petted while grooming

5. This cat sits on the windowsill and combines a nap with a cuddle session

6. Seeing him like this, his owners know very well what to do

7. Although her fellow cat isn’t very cuddly, this adorable cat is.

8. Hard to spot, but clearly in the mood for a belly rub

9. This cat is surprised to see his master take his camera instead of getting to work

10. While waiting for someone to hear his call, this cat keeps busy by rubbing against the carpet

11. Due to living together, these 2 cats ended up synchronizing the ticking of their clocks

12. This cat’s owners couldn’t resist such silky white fur.

13. Every afternoon, this cat occupies his owner’s bed, takes a nap there and asks to be petted.

14. Outraged by his gift, this cat demands forgiveness by scratching his belly

15. No one will cross this threshold without paying their debt to the cat.

16. Warmed by the sun’s rays, all he needs are his owner’s hands on his belly

17. Stretches that naturally end in soothing tickles

18. The message sent by this cat couldn’t be clearer.