suckling cat

[didghtara]

is it right that my 9 month old cat still suckles my hand could she be lonely?

[Goddess70]

I have a 14 year old cat that does this too...and the paw treads that kittens do to the mother to get more milk.

Im dont think its loneliness more a show of affection.

[indie_chick5]

Yes, I have a 5 year old cat. She used to suckle on my chin when I was sat down and then she started doing it to my eyes!! My mum said it might be because she liked the taste of my make-up (yuk!). Cats love the smell and taste of perfume, could this be why? Otherwise, yeah, I think it is a sign of affection, especially in a young cat. My cat was always purring like mad when she did it, although she hardly does it now so maybe your kitten will grow out of it.