If your cat has ever suddenly stopped eating a meal, even though you know he must be hungry—and then resumed eating minutes later—you may have felt baffled by the abrupt change in appetite. What gives?...
One of the wonders of feline biology is the ability of cats to almost always land upright on their feet, even if the cat falls facing a different direction. For example, if you accidentally bump...
Imprinting is something most mammals do. It’s a special time, usually when they’re young, where they form a deep bond with a parent or caregiver. For cats, this means they develop a strong sense of...
I admit that I tell my cats "I love you!" an embarrassing number of times daily. I expect many cat lovers out there can relate. Obviously, they don’t understand me—cats have many clever and subtle...
If you have ever called your cat’s name and had them look back at you blankly, you have probably found yourself wondering, "do cats understand words?" This is a familiar occurrence for most cat owners....
The bond between felines and their devoted owners is a strong one. Despite their aloof reputations, cats can be very loyal, affectionate, and loving. However, cat communication is very different from humans – they can’t...
Indoor cats are often bursting with curiosity and a desire to explore the great outdoors. This instinct can be fueled by their natural interest, a yearning for new experiences or just plain boredom. When your...
Will adopting one and only kitten guarantee loneliness and a poorly behaved kitty? “Single kitten syndrome” has really intrigued me since it’s something I haven’t encountered during my practice in feline behavior. So I decided...
Cats originate from desert wildcats but they now live in many countries across the world. They live in various climates and have different lifestyles, such as living indoors versus outdoors. Cats are adaptable and resilient...
We’d all like to think that we have the strongest possible bond with our furry family members. After all, many pet parents dote on their feline friends, providing the tastiest and healthiest food, offering loving...
The love and trust a pet bestows upon us is unconditional. Most cats ask little in return. All we must do is provide food and shelter, take care of them, and enrich their environment to...
Have you ever wondered if cats get bored? Even though we provide cats with everything they need like food, water, and shelter, cats can suffer from boredom just as we can. Cats that are kept...
