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Despite their reputation for aloofness, it is not unusual for a cat to head-butt and lick its owner to show affection.

Those of us who are owned by cats may well subscribe to the theory that humans didn’t domesticate the cat at all, but that the cat domesticated itself by walking into, adapting to and (in many cases) taking over people’s lives. With few exceptions the modern domestic cat remains independent and solitary, and has an indefinable wild streak. It gives you a look that implies: ‘I may live in your household, but don’t expect me to conform.’

Male lions (Panthera leo) within a pride can be particularly tolerant of cubs.