You rely on your ability to accurately read other humans’ nonverbal signals to know how they’re feeling, like whether you should shake their hand versus give them a hug or whether you’ve upset them or ...

Cats are famously mysterious creatures. One minute they’re curled up in your lap purring happily, the next they’re sprinting across the room at full speed for no apparent reason. While these feline ...

Cats may be notoriously independent creatures, but anyone who shares a home with one knows that felines also form deep attachments to their people. According to pet behaviorists, cats often show their ...

Cat aggression can stem from instincts, fear, territoriality, or overstimulation, and recognizing early signs is key to preventing escalation. By learning your cat’s triggers and respecting their ...

How well can you read cat behavior? That’s a question that was posed to participants of a study aimed at better understanding cat behavior. Because cats are the most widespread pets throughout the ...

Your cat’s quirks—whether it’s knocking over glasses, chattering at birds, or suddenly sprinting at 3 a.m.—are deeply rooted ...

I have four rescues. Two showed up at the house, and I adopted the others. Then there is Snigglefritz. She just showed up one day, and I also took her in. Unfortunately, she never integrated and ...

Kristyn Vitale, a cat behavior scientist at Unity College, said she wasn’t surprised by the paper’s findings. “For many years people have anecdotally discussed the idea of a slow blink as a method to ...

As of 2021, 45.3 million U.S. households reported keeping one or more pet cats. Despite their popularity as companions, misunderstandings about cat behavior are common. People’s expectations of cats ...

Test your knowledge of feline quirks and habits. From head bunting to marking territory, cats do a lot of funny and not-so-funny things. While they are considered aloof, cats are affectionate and ...

Neither is "wrong," but one pet behaviorist emphasizes that it's important to understand the difference so you can love your ...