If you've ever felt a rough tongue on your scalp while relaxing on the couch, you’ve likely asked, " Why does my cat lick my hair? "

While this behavior might seem unusual, it’s actually rooted in your cat’s instinctive grooming behavior and social bonding habits.

Cats typically spend around 30 to 50 percent of their waking hours grooming themselves, and they will also groom other cats and even their human companions as part of normal social bonding behavior.

Grooming as a Social Bond

In the feline world, grooming between two cats is called allogrooming. Social cats groom each other to strengthen bonds and share a communal scent.

When your cat licks your hair, they may be extending that behavior to you, especially if you're part of their close circle.

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