Cat Language and Signals Explained
Cats use a variety of non-verbal language to communicate. Learn to understand cat purrs, meows, and body language to decode your feline's messages.
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Cat Behavior & Training
Why Do Cats Groom and Lick Themselves So Often?
Cats may spend as much as half their time grooming and licking themselves. What leads to this behavior, and how does it help your cat?
How to Stop Cats From Biting and Scratching
Cats learn to bite and scratch as kittens and may need to be retrained when they grow older. These behaviors can be changed with time and patience.
7 Reasons Why Your Cat Eats Paper, and How to Stop It
Is your cat eating paper? Learn why your cat is doing this, and find out how to put a stop to it.
Why Is My Cat Hiding?
Hiding is a normal behavior in cats but changes in your cat's hiding patterns can be abnormal. Why would your cat start hiding more often?
How to Train Your Queen Cat to Avoid Aggression
Mother cat aggression is normal. Learn all about how to deal with the queen protecting kittens and how to diffuse cat aggression around kittens.
Why Do Male Cats Spray?
Male cats demonstrate many behaviors and spraying urine is one of them. Find out what your cat may be trying to tell you and if you can stop it.
Cats and Obsessive Compulsive Behaviors
Can cats have OCD? Learn about obsessive-compulsive disorder in cats. Find out how to manage your cat's obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
How to Stop Your Cat From Escaping
When house cats try to escape, they're responding to an evolutionary urge to explore their territory. Learn the best ways to curb this behavior.
Is Feliway Effective in Modifying Cat Behavior?
Feliway is one of the most well-known cat behavior products on the market, but does it work? It can, and there are ways you can make it more effective.
Why Does My Cat Lay On My Chest?
Why do cats like to lay on their owners' chests? Learn the reasons why your cat may like to rest on your chest.
Why Do Cats Knead?
Kneading is a common behavior in cats of all ages. Learn why cats "make biscuits" and what it means for you, your cat, and all your blankets.
Reasons Why Your Cat Acts Crazy and How to Stop It
Cats do some strange things. Learn the reasons why your cat may run around acting crazy and find out if it's something you should be concerned about.
How to Stop Wool Sucking in Cats
Does your kitten or cat suck on wool obsessively? Learn why some cats develop this habit and get tips on how to stop it.
7 Reasons Why Cats Love Bathrooms
Why do cats follow you to the bathroom? Many cats—strangely enough—love the bathroom! Find out why cats seem to love bathrooms so much.
Why Is My Cat Pooping Outside The Litter Box? Potential Causes and What To Do About It
Why is my cat pooping outside the litter box? It may caused by a health condition or behavioral concern. Medications or training can help, but you’ll need to see a vet first. Here’s why your cat may be pooping outside the litter box and how to stop it.
Here's Why Cats Groom Themselves
Learn all about cats' grooming habits: how and why cats groom, including mutual grooming, over-grooming, and displacement grooming!
Do Cats Get Jealous? The Answer May Surprise You
If you’re worried about your cat being jealous of a new family member, don’t be. Jealousy is largely a human emotion, meaning your kitty is most likely just anxious. Learn more about cat jealousy from a veterinary technician.
Why Does My Cat Scratch the Floor After Eating?
Many cats paw at the floor or bury their food. It's a natural behavior, but it's easy to modify.
Why Cats Eat Litter and How to Stop It
Eating litter is not uncommon in kittens, but it may be a sign of health problems in adult cats.