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Cat to cat language is largely made from body language and signals. This form of communication is in essence the main source of cat to cat expression, of course cats will meow, hiss and spit at each other. But when you actually observe your cat most of the time they are silent, but even so they are communicating through ear, tail and body posture and postion. The tail is an important part of the cat to watch and de-code to understand your cat.

ContentedTail curves down and then up a the tip.
This is a peaceful contented cat.
Curious & interestedTail slightly raised and gently curved
Interested
& friendly
Tail held vertical but with tip tilting over.
The cat is in a greeting mood but is slightly cautious
HappyTail held vertical, tip stiffly held upright.
The cat is ready and willing to greet, with no reservations.
After
greeting
you
Tail held vertically and quivering.
This is a friendly hello! It is the same action when the cat sprays, he may omit a scent when he does this but this in inconclusive.
UnhappyTail lowered, maybe even between legs.
This is a signal of submission, feeling lowly and defeated
FearfulTail held low and puffed out
DefensiveTail arched and bristling.
This is also a cat ready to defend itself if pushed. A cat will always puff itself up when challenged to try and make itself appear bigger and scare the challenger.
AggressiveTail held straight and bristling.
This is the sign of aggression
ConflictTail swishing violently side to side.
The sign of conflict in its most angry state, usually a sign that the cat is about to attack.
IrritationTail still with tip twitching.
A state of mild irritation. But if the tip becomes more vigorous this mean the cat is becooming more bad tempered.
SexualTail held to one side.
Usually performed by the female. This is an invitation to the male when she is ready to be mounted.

The reason for your cat's behaviour maybe due to an underlying medical reason. If you are concerned about your cat, always consult your vet or a cat behaviourist for professional, qualified advice.
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