Cat Behavior

Dive into the quirky world of feline habits and hijinks—because understanding your cat is half the fun of living with one!

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Why Your Older Cat Is Not Using the Litter Box (7 Likely Reasons)

Why Your Older Cat Is Not Using the Litter Box (7 Likely Reasons)

It can be a bit frustrating when your cat uses the bathroom outside the litter box, but it’s not uncommon for older cats to have accidents. A lot of changes oc…

Why Do Cats Curl Their Paws? Vet-Verified Reasons, Facts & FAQ

Why Do Cats Curl Their Paws? Vet-Verified Reasons, Facts & FAQ

Cats have many adorable habits, one of which is their tendency to curl their paws underneath them and sit in a “loaf” shape. While we rarely think much of the…

Why Does My Cat Drink Out of My Water Glass? 8 Common Reasons

Why Does My Cat Drink Out of My Water Glass? 8 Common Reasons

Cats are active animals that love to investigate the world around them. Because of that, it’s not uncommon to notice them sniffing things around the home or tr…

My Cat Is Holding Their Paw Up When Sitting: Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

My Cat Is Holding Their Paw Up When Sitting: Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Our kitties are constantly warming our hearts with their hilarious antics. It seems they are always making a strange noise or learning new skills that make you…

Why Is My Female Cat Spraying All of a Sudden? 5 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Female Cat Spraying All of a Sudden? 5 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Spraying is an unwanted behavior that is quite common among male cats, but it’s not limited to males. Female cats are known to spray too, so if your female cat…

Do Cats Lick Themselves to Get Your Scent Off? 3 Surprising Theories

Do Cats Lick Themselves to Get Your Scent Off? 3 Surprising Theories

Have you ever noticed your cat licking themself after being around you or right after you pet them? That’s because cats lick themselves as a way to keep clean…

Why Does My Cat Put Its Paw on My Face? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons & What It Means

Why Does My Cat Put Its Paw on My Face? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons & What It Means

As a cat lover, you may appreciate that your cat shows you attention by putting its paw on your face. Cats are strange creatures, and they do things for their…

Why Do Cats Trill When They Jump? 4 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Trill When They Jump? 4 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

In the wild, cats remain fairly silent. Their purrs, hisses, growls, and yowls are mainly for communication, not something they do casually as they go about th…