If you've ever walked into your home to find your cat perched on top of the refrigerator, a bookshelf, or another high point in your home—and wondered what, exactly, she was doing—you're not alone. We all know there are a lot of, ahem, odd feline behaviors that aren't so easy…
Called bunting, cats rub their heads against prominent objects to leave chemical markings as a part of scent communication. Depending on the object of the cat's communication, they may be claiming ownership or indicating pleasure. Cats' Pheromone Glands Cats have several different pheromone producing glands all over the body. They…
Cats are fastidious animals, and they groom themselves several times a day. Yet you may have always wondered why cats lick their front feet after every meal. Even though they have not touched any food with their feet, all cats tend to do this. Food-related grooming may be a throwback…
Cat talk and non-verbal messages are sometimes puzzling. Cats have been regarded for centuries as mysterious, solitary, unpredictable creatures perhaps because humans have difficulty understanding what they're saying. While people rely primarily on speech to communicate, cats predominately communicate in a silent language. Cats speak by using complex combinations of…
Moving to a new home is stressful for humans and pets alike. Most cats are sensitive creatures that dislike change, so moving is one of the most stressful events they can experience. Stress can have a negative impact on your cat's health and behavior. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce…
A cat's sense of smell defines life for your cat. We used to believe dogs relied more on scent than cats, but current research indicates felines are incredibly scent oriented. Think of your cat’s individual smell as a feline name tag. For cats, scent determines sexual status and is used…
Cats are well known for their weird, lovable antics, and eating dirt is definitely one of their more-puzzling behaviors. If you are noticing your cat eating dirt, the cause can be simply a kitten exploring and playing with dirt or due to a medical issue. Possible Causes for Your Cat…
Crate training with cats isn't as common as with dogs, but it is worth the effort. Kittens learn more easily and quickly than adult cats, but even set-in-their-ways felines can accept training to the crate. Many cat owners say “hates the crate” is a top reason cats don’t visit the…
In This Article Expand Why Cats Hunt Using Cats to Catch Rodents Toxoplasmosis Intestinal Parasites Plague Bacteria Leptospirosis Hantavirus Rodenticide Protect Your Cat and Yourself Back to Top Has your cat ever caught a mouse or rat? Cats love to hunt small prey and will often bring home what they…
Most dog owners are familiar with the behavior of tail chasing, but is it a normal behavior for a cat? What if your cat seems to be attacking their tail out of nowhere? Or maybe your cat doesn't have an issue with their tail, but they act uncomfortable or even…