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 Is My Cat Shaking While Purring? 4 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Cat Shaking While Purring? 4 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Purring is the most common sound we hear from cats. No matter their size, all cats purr. Even kittens start purring when they’re only a few days old! And yet,…

My Cat Takes Food Out of Their Bowl to Eat: 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

My Cat Takes Food Out of Their Bowl to Eat: 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

If you’ve ever had a cat for a pet, you may have seen them pawing the food out of their bowl, putting it on the floor, and then eating it. Sometimes a cat will…

Why Do Cats Like Christmas Trees? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Like Christmas Trees? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

According to the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy up to 30 million real trees annually for the holiday. Canada and every state in the U.S. gr…

Is It True That All Cats Kill Mice? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Is It True That All Cats Kill Mice? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

For millennia cats and humans have lived together in the same homes, and one of the many reasons for this is rodent control. Cats are often applauded for their…

Is It True That All Cats Meow? Vet-Reviewed Facts

Is It True That All Cats Meow? Vet-Reviewed Facts

If your cat constantly wakes you up at the crack of dawn meowing for food, you might have threatened to trade them in for a quieter model out of frustration! O…

Do Cats Purr When They Are Stressed or Nervous? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Do Cats Purr When They Are Stressed or Nervous? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Almost nothing is more relaxing than having a cat curled up on your lap, purring gently. But have you ever wondered why cats purr? It seems like they purr when…

Is It True That All Cats Spray? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Is It True That All Cats Spray? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Even though all cats have the ability to spray, not all of them do it. This is good news for cat owners. You may have a cat that never sprays at all. Spraying…

Why Do Cats Prefer a Routine? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Why Do Cats Prefer a Routine? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Anyone who owns a cat or has previously owned one knows they are essentially creatures of habit. We may sit back and watch them, thinking their lives are a bit…