Why Cats ‘Make Biscuits’ and What It Really Means

If you’ve ever had a cat kneading on your lap, you know the feeling of tiny claws gently pressing into you. Often called ‘making biscuits,’ this behavior originates in kittenhood. Newborns knead their mother’s belly to stimulate milk flow. As adults, cats continue this rhythmic motion when they are feeling supremely content, safe, and relaxed. It’s a self-soothing behavior that harkens back to the most comforting time of their lives. If your cat is making biscuits on you, consider it a high compliment—they see you as a source of comfort and security, much like their mother once was.