Cat Behavior

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Why Does My Cat Swat the Dog? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & How to Stop Them

Why Does My Cat Swat the Dog? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & How to Stop Them

Even though the saying goes, “they fight like cats and dogs,” many felines and canines get along quite well. They're more likely to form a bond if they meet at…

Why Do Cats Play With Their Tails? 7 Possible Reasons (Vet-Reviewed)

Why Do Cats Play With Their Tails? 7 Possible Reasons (Vet-Reviewed)

Are you wondering why your cat chases their tail? Cats may be set in their ways, but they can surprise us from time to time. A cat playing with their tail can…

Why Does My Cat Groom Me? 9 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Cat Groom Me? 9 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Felines spend a big part of each day grooming themselves—about 30–50%, in fact. So, it shouldn't be surprising that our pets sometimes decide to groom us if we…

How Far Away Can Cats Smell Catnip? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

How Far Away Can Cats Smell Catnip? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Compared to humans, cats have a superior sense of smell, sometimes able to detect scents as far as 1.5 to 4 miles away . In fact, a cat’s sense of smell is 14…

My Older Cat Is Playing Rough With My Cat, Is That Normal? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

My Older Cat Is Playing Rough With My Cat, Is That Normal? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Cats seemingly never grow up. Even the eldest of cats is known to have a little fun now and then, swatting a fly or two when relaxing outside. Play is intrinsi…

Why Does My Cat Want to Go Outside So Bad? 6 Vet Approved Reasons

Why Does My Cat Want to Go Outside So Bad? 6 Vet Approved Reasons

If you can’t open a single door in your house without your cat trying to bolt, you know how stressful the constant escape attempts can become. But have you eve…

Why Is My Cat Suddenly Aggressive? Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Cat Suddenly Aggressive? Vet-Reviewed Reasons

It can be extremely disconcerting for your cat to suddenly begin to exhibit behavior that is unusual for them, especially if your once sweet kitty has suddenly…

Do Deaf Cats Tend to Be More Affectionate? What You Need to Know!

Do Deaf Cats Tend to Be More Affectionate? What You Need to Know!

If you are thinking of adopting a cat, do not overlook cats that are deaf. Some people shy away from felines with disabilities because they imagine taking care…