Most cats adore a good chin scratch along their jaw behind their whiskers.
Scratches
Give gentle circular cheek rubs around their face - cats have scent glands there they love stimulated.
Cheek
Stroke along their spine from head to tail in a continuous, fluid motion.
Back Strokes
Sweep your hand slowly down their full length in a seamless movement.
Body Sweeps
Rub between their ears and scratch under their chin for a head massage cats crave.
Head Massages
Some cats enjoy belly rubs, but do so gently watching their body language.
Belly Rubs
Let sleeping cats lie and cease petting if they nip or swat to avoid overstimulating.
Overstimulation