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Contented Tail curves down and then up a the tip.
This is a peaceful contented cat.
Curious & interested Tail 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
Happy Tail 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.
Unhappy Tail lowered, maybe even between legs.
This is a signal of submission, feeling lowly and defeated
Fearful Tail held low and puffed out
Defensive Tail 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.
Aggressive Tail held straight and bristling.
This is the sign of aggression
Conflict Tail swishing violently side to side.
The sign of conflict in its most angry state, usually a sign that the cat is about to attack.
Irritation Tail still with tip twitching.
A state of mild irritation. But if the tip becomes more vigorous this mean the cat is becoming more bad tempered.
Sexual Tail held to one side.
Usually performed by the female. This is an invitation to the male when she is ready to be mounted.
