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Cat chewing on wool.

Cat eating everything in sight? Experts explain why

Why does your cat eat everything in sight? The answer might surprise you.
Kitten sitting on an office desk

Cats at the office will become the next craze and we are here for it

Have you ever thought of taking your cat to the office?
Tiger cat sitting outdoors in a yard

Should you adopt a cat with feline AIDS? What to know about FIV

Should you adopt a cat with FIV? Here's why or why not.
Cat sitting under an umbrella in the rain

Do cats really hate the rain? How to cope with April showers

Do cats really hate the rain? Here's what to know before April showers start.
A gray striped cat chews on a ruined gray sofa.

The best slipcovers to protect your expensive furniture from cat destruction

These slipcovers are best for protecting your furniture from your cat
A pregnant woman wearing a long-sleeved black shirt holds a tabby cat in her arms.

Good news: You really should not change the kitty litter box while pregnant

Why you get out of the dreaded chore of changing the kitty litter while pregnant.
Orange and white kitten playing with a feather toy

Are you ready for a kitten? The must-read guide to kitten care before you adopt

Before you commit to a kitten, there are things to know about kitten care.
Two tabby cats lying together in bed.

Does your cat need a companion? If your kitty is lonely, it’s your fault

Does your cat need a companion? How to tell if your cat is lonely.
Tiger cat rubbing against a person's legs

Why do cats rub themselves against you? It’s not because they love you

The reason why cats rub themselves against you isn't about affection.
Orange cat meowing straight at the camera

Can cats have nightmares like humans? Here’s what experts have to say

Here's the truth about whether cats have nightmares.
A young girl hugs and kisses a long-haired orange and white cat.

Gentle! How to stop your toddler from pulling kitty’s tail

How to get your toddler to be gentle with your cat and get along.
Six cats relaxing on sunny stone steps

Adopting your cat from a nonprofit sanctuary may be the best thing you ever do

Sanctuary cat adoption is the most selfless type of adoption for a reason.
A closeup of a peach and gray calico cat with amber eyes.

8 essential things you should be doing now to promote cat health

What you should be doing to promote cat health and prevent cat illnesses
Happy cat sleeping on a cat sofa

Do cats dream? Yes, and wait until you hear what they dream about

Yes, cats dream, and what they dream about is interesting.
Gray cat lying on a bed with a white comforter

Does your cat wake you up to be petted? It’s probably your fault

This is why cats wake up to be petted at night by their owners.
A closeup shot of a black cat meowing.

This crazy cat behavior will keep you up all night

Beware of this crazy cat sleep behavior that will keep you up at night.
Grey cat sleeping on a couch in front of a radiator

Why do cats like to sleep curled up in a ball? This adorable habit explained

Find out the reason cats like to curl into balls to sleep.
Grey longhair cat being walked on a leash

Should you take your cat on a walk? You won’t be the only one

Should you take your cat on your next walk around the neighborhood?
A Sphynx cat chasing her tail against an orange background.

Wonder why cats chase their tails? This seemingly silly behavior demystified

Why do cats Chase their tails, Sleep so much, Eat grass, randomly run around, and do other odd behaviors?
Two kittens playing on a tile floor

Are your cats playing or fighting? An easy way to tell

Here's how you can tell whether your cats are playing or fighting each other.
a gray kitten sitting on a couch

10 signs that your cat is totally annoyed with you

Watch for these signs that your cat is annoyed with or mad at you.
Car lying in a big pile of catnip

Do cats really get ‘high’ on catnip or are they just being goofy?

Here's the truth about why cats are attracted to catnip.
weird stuff cats do cat in glass bowl

There’s a subreddit dedicated to all the weird stuff cats do and we love it

There's a subreddit channel full of all the weird stuff cats do and it's awesome.
Cat sleeping on woman's lap.

Want to know if your cat is really happy? There’s a quiz you can take

Take this cool quiz to find out whether your cat is truly a happy kitty.
White kitten looking backwards while lying on a table

Why are cats so curious? It all comes down to science

There are scientific reasons why cats are so naturally curious.
Gray cat biting a person's hand

Is it a big deal if your cat bites you? When you should be freaking out

Here's when to worry if you get a cat bite from your feline friend.
An exotic calico cat lifts her tail against a bike tire

How your cat’s behavior may change when she’s in heat

If your cat is in heat, here are the behaviors you can expect from her.
A Maine Coon cat lying on a bed hisses at the camera.

Why do cats hiss at new kittens? It’s not just because they’re being mean

Here's the reason why cats will hiss at new kittens.
A calico cat nuzzling against a denim-clad leg

Why does your cat follow you everywhere? The answer might be worrisome

If your cat follows you everywhere, it could be a bad sign.
A dog sniffing a cat on a bookshelf

Video of cat feeding a dog treats like he’s some sort of peasant is priceless

This video of a cat feeding a dog treats shows they're a perfect team.
cat watching TV

Cat watches ‘The Lion King’ and freaks out during iconic scene

This video of a cat growing concerned during a scene in 'The Lion King' is just too cute.
cat peering over blankets

A day in the life of your cat: Questions they really want to ask you

The questions your cat would ask you if they could are too funny.
Grey cat sleeping on a couch in front of a radiator

What does it mean when your cat twitches in their sleep?

This is probably why your cat is twitching in their sleep.
gray cat white chair

If your cat is aggressive towards other cats, here’s how to fix it

How to fix the problem if your cat is aggressive toward other cats.
cat and baby

Video of mom cat trying to introduce her kitten to a human baby makes us go ‘Aww!’

This video of a cat introducing her kitten to a human baby is as cute as it gets.
Relaxed cat starting to blink its eyes

Why do cats blink their eyes while looking at you? (It’s a signal!)

This is why your cat blinks at you when they look at you.
Relaxed cat lying on its side while being pet

Cat biting your chin? There’s a reason why your feline friend goes after it

Why your cat can't resist biting your chin and what to do about it.
Cat sitting inside of an open suitcase

Why do cats squeeze themselves into small spaces? It’s actually quite simple

Here's the reason cats love to squeeze into small spaces.
Energetic orange cat leaping in a yard

How to calm a hyper cat without getting mauled

Here's how to calm a hyper cat without them mauling you.
Black cat meowing and looking up at the camera

5 weird things your cat does to try to communicate with you

Your cat tries to communicate with you in all sorts of different ways.
a gray tabby cat hunting in grass

Why do cats kill small animals? A chemical analysis of their whiskers has the answer

An analysis of cat whiskers gives insight into why they kill small animals
Cat lying on its side, licking its paw

Why does your cat chew your hair? The reason might surprise you

There's a good reason why your cat likes to chew on your hair.
Grey and white cat sitting behind a wooden heart ornament

5 telltale signs your cat loves you (for real)

Look for these signs to tell if your cat really loves you.
Relaxed cat lying on its side while being pet

Does your cat bite when you pet them? Do these things immediately

This is the best way to stop a cat from biting while you pet them.
Brown shorthair cat in a yard eating a patch of grass

Why do cats eat grass? The mystery is solved

This is why cats eat grass and whether it's bad for them.
Orange and white cat lying on a stack of paper

Is it normal for cats to eat paper? This is when to be worried

If your cat is eating paper, here's when there's cause for concern.
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Get ready: The telemedicine trend is coming for your pet

Veterinarians are turning to telemedicine to treat pets instead of in-office visits.
Cat sitting in front of a Litter Robot litter box

Here’s exactly what you need to do if your cat stops using the litter box

This is what to do if your cat suddenly stops using the litter box.
Orange and white cat sitting in a blue bin

Why do cats hide when they are sick?

Here are the reasons why cats hide when they are sick.
A brown and white cat licking a person's hand

Why does your cat lick you? The reasons are actually sweet

Here are the reasons why your cat is licking you.