Catpliment

The licking, nipping, biting, kneading, bunting, rubbing and butting a cat does to you to demonstrate their happiness and, or, their affection for you.

Example: “Trying to catpliment me, Quinn jumped up onto my lap and began purring loudly while making biscuits. I began scratching his head and ears. If I stopped, he would thrust his head against my hand or my chin, encouraging me to resume.”