Cats don't caress us.

Cats don't caress us. They caress themselves, on us. - Rivars

Boy, ain't that the truth! So, when so inclined, cats will rub and rub until their hair stands on end. And you would think that it would be to get our attention. But, it is really for their own benefit, their own good feeling. Pretty sneaky, I'll say. But that's OK. They do get ones attention, anyways. And they do get themselves in a better place (I hope!). So, I say, let them rub. I'll just have to be a little careful about picking up or touching anything electronic that might be harmed by a moderate static discharge! Our cats, taking shifts of course, follow us to answer the phone. They will get right up into your face while you are trying to talk. Rubbing furiously, constantly, until you acknowledge them. Pet them a little (or lot) until they are satisfied that you have done your part to meet their need for attention (when the phone rings?). Those darn cats!