Cat behavior

Cat behavior can be fascinating and complex. Cats are independent creatures with unique personalities, and their behavior can vary based on their individual experiences and environment. In this section, we have researched and answered some of the most common questions cat parents have about specific cat behaviors.

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There are lots of reasons why a cat might stare and this depends on the wider context. More often than not, your pet’s body language will reveal the motivation behind

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Most cat parents view it as an honor their cat would choose to nod off while resting on their laps or beds, and it’s definitely a sign the bond between

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Many cat parents love sleeping with their pets in their bed, but it’s not without possible drawbacks. Some of these are relatively minor — ever been startled awake by a

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Given the amount of time you and your cat spend together, it’s only natural to wish you could speak with them as you would a close friend. Of course, with

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In the vast majority of cases, your cat licking you is nothing to worry about. In fact, it might even be a sign your pet is forming a close bond

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Although we know a lot about cats, we still can’t explain all of their quirks. Kneading is a good example, as there are several theories as to why cats engage

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Nobody would deny headbutting is a pretty aggressive action when it’s done between humans, but for cats, it’s anything but. Also known as bunting, cats use their heads to make

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In most cases, your cat following you everywhere needn’t be a massive cause for concern, but in rare situations, overly close attachment can be an indication of separation anxiety. I

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As much as you might think your cat wouldn’t harm a fly, there’s a natural predator inside them.. Fortunately, your pet shouldn’t use their teeth for anything other than eating

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It’s very common for cats to leave scratch marks in their environments, but unfortunately for domesticated cat parents, this also means ruined furniture, carpets and even door frames.  There are

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Sure, they might not be able to pick up a pen and their vocabulary is unhelpfully limited to ‘meow’, but that doesn’t mean cats are bad communicators. Instead, there are

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Cats are very intelligent and have bodies which are designed for physical activity, in particular hunting, so they need to be mentally and physically stimulated. An indoor cat which doesn’t