Mother summoning young, alternates with chirping. Sharp call by mother that elicits close following. Short, high pitched call. Makes cubs stay still. Play Chasing, boxing, wrestling, tug of war, king of the castle, climbing trees, ambushing, stalking, pouncing.
Cheetah cubs are particularly playful and acrobatic.
Chasing and slapping one another's hindquarters, the cheetah technique for downing prey. Becomes commonest form of play, beginning at 3 months.