The reasons why Garfield refuses to be held or petted:
1. Wrong posture
If the correct posture for holding the cat is not mastered, the cat will feel uncomfortable and restrained. , you will want to break away.
2. Distrust

If the cat does not trust its owner enough and is wary of the owner, it will not allow the owner to get close to it. The owner needs to interact more with the cat to enhance the relationship.
3. Odor resistance
A cat’s sense of smell is very sensitive. If the owner has an odor that it doesn’t like, it will resist the owner’s hugs and touches.
4. Jealousy
Cats can easily become jealous. If the owner has hugged or come into contact with other pets, and the cat smells the smell of other pets, it will refuse to let the owner hold it or pet it.
5. Bad mood
When a cat feels scared or nervous, it will run away if you hold it forcefully. When its mood stabilizes, it will no longer resist contact.