pet a cat

Examples (10)

• The little girl loves to pet the fluffy cat.
• He was gently petting the cat while it purred on his lap.
• Be careful when you pet a stray cat; it might be scared.
• May I pet your cat? He looks very friendly.
• Yesterday, I petted a beautiful Siamese cat at the animal shelter.
• After she finishes her homework, she will go pet her cat.
• Petting a cat is known to reduce stress and anxiety.
• If the cat lets you, try petting it behind the ears.
• Don't pet the cat when it's eating; it doesn't like to be disturbed.
• The cat rubbed against his leg, asking to be petted.