Cat tails are strange things. When a dog wags their tail, it often means they're feeling happy and playful, but why do cats wag their tails? The reasons tend to be a bit more mysterious. Kitties may ...

Cats might be skilled in always landing on their feet, keeping themselves clean and speaking their own language of meows and other cute cat noises. But do cats know their names? When you call them and ...

Have you ever known a cat whose temperament could change on a dime? One moment they'll crawl into your lap, purring affectionately. The next, they'll lash out with a paw and dash away. Your best clue ...

From apex predators and kings of the jungle (savannah, actually) to goblin babies unable to kill a cockroach, cats have near-perfect physiques. The latter, however, likely doesn’t need to hunt for its ...

There’s a lot to love about your cat, from that tiny pink nose to those adorable tufts of fluff sprouting from its ears. But if you’ve ever leaned in for a cuddle only to have your furry friend spin ...

If you're a cat parent, then you've probably questioned 'Why do cats rub their face on things?' This behavior is very common, so it's no surprise if you're feeling curious about what it means. Your ...

Given the choice, most cats would do just about anything to avoid getting wet. While this phobia might seem a bit extra, it turns out our feline companions have a good reason to avoid water — and it ...

Don’t you wish your cat could speak to you sometimes? If that thought has ever crossed your mind, you’re not alone. Animals communicate through sounds and body language. Many of their expressions are ...

We often regard the fuzzy felines sharing our homes as still something of a mystery. Cats, like dogs, can make loving, fulfilling and entertaining pets, but they are distinctly different from our ...

Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the University of Southampton, and specializes in animal behavior, evolution, palaeontology, and the environment. Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the ...

Most people talk to their pets. And when they do, they use a particular kind of tone that is similar to the one used when talking to young children. Unlike speech directed towards other adults, speech ...