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Hey I got my first pet and since its my first pet I don't know really know how to show my love to her, so far she really hates getting touched.

Any advise would be lovely

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[–] Reverendender@sh.itjust.works 65 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Yep. Don’t try to force her to be affectionate. Just be around, and be non-threatening, annd mostly ignore her, and be the source of food, and soon she will grow to trust you.

[–] Geetnerd@lemmy.world 30 points 2 days ago (1 children)

New cat owner rules:

No sudden movements. No loud noises. Allow them to come to you. Pet them gently. Accept your fate, resistance is futile.