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Category: Cat > Behavior

Why Do Cats Sit On Paper?

Cats are inherently curious creatures. Anything that moves fast, makes noise, or looks interesting is…

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Purring cat sitting in person's lap

9 Reasons Cats Purr All the Time

Cats purr when they're content—but also when feeling sick or stressed. Learn how to tell…

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a sweet tabby grooms a gray striped cat

How Do Cats Communicate With Each Other? Cat Communication Cues Revealed!

We all know the famous meow, but what are the other ways cats communicate? We've…

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cat sitting on hammock

Your Kitty Will Cuddle Up Into These Cozy Cat Hammocks

Cat hammocks are a great choice for cats who crave the cuddling sensation of laps…

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frontal view of a tabby shorthair cat leaving hooded cat litter box

Should You Use a Covered Litter Box? Cat Experts Explain

Covered litter boxes are appealing because of their no-mess design. But do cats feel comfortable…

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Cat watches fireworks from window

How To Calm Cats Down During Fireworks

When cats are frightened by fireworks, their survival instincts kick in and they may run…

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Six Ingenious Reasons Cats Lick Themselves (And When to be Concerned)

Being well-groomed isn’t just for us people–cats are experts at looking, and feeling, good too….

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Cat rubbing against person

Why Do Cats Rub Against You?

Why do cats rub against you? We explain why the behavior happens, when it's normal,…

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Why Do Cats Sit On Your Shoulder?

Cats are weird (it's why we love them) and figuring out can be hard. We…

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How (and Why) to Massage a Cat

Want to feel closer to your kitty? A massage can do that. Learn how to…

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Cat sitting on closed toilet lid in tidy bathroom

Is Toilet Training Your Cat a Stroke of Genius, or a Bad Idea?

Thinking about toilet training your cat? Experts explain how it works, why it's risky, and…

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Funny cat Maine Coon. Wet cat in the bath.

Why Do Cats Hate Water

Cats are famously known to hate water, but why? We delve into the top fivereasons…

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