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Why do cats lick each other?

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Why do cats lick each other?
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In a multicat household, it's common to see one cat licking another. When some people see this behavior, known as allogrooming ("allo" means "another individual"), they assume it's a sign of friendship. But is that really the case? Are there hidden, more complex reasons for why cats lick each other?While research into allogrooming is ongoing, scientists have suggested different explanations for why cats lick each other, including some social reasons and some more practical ones.Social bonding or

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