Cats aren't known for being as warm as dogs but that's not to say they don't enjoy affection and bonding with humans. It really will boil down to how you approach petting a cat that will define whether or not the encounter ends in scratches or cuddles.
The oldest trick in the book for getting any pet to come to you is to offer them some form of edible reward. Many people reading this will have earned the trust of a cat by holding out some tasty kitten food to them. While this may seem like the easiest way to let a cat know you mean well, not all cats are motivated by food and it's no use when there isn't any kibble around.
