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behavior

Why Do Cats Take Food Out of Their Bowls to Eat It?

Especially when it’s a people food treat.

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lifestyle

Shailene Woodley on How Adopting Her Cats Changed Her Life

“To earn their trust, to make them feel safe, it’s the most rewarding feeling.” 

 

Cat meowing while sitting with woman at home.
behavior

What Is ‘Caterwauling’—and Why Do Cats Do It?

It’s definitely a sign that something is off.

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Woman snuggling her cat at home on the couch.
lifestyle

10 Beautiful Long-Haired Cat Breeds You’ll Love

Check rescues and shelters for any of these beautiful breeds or mixes.

Woman holding her white cat in her arms.
behavior

Does Your Cat Think You’re Their Baby? They Sure Do Lick You a Lot

This internet is saying cats think they are the parents, not the other way around.

Gray cat sitting on woman's stomach at home.
behavior

Can Your Cat Tell When You’re Sick?

They do make an excellent nurse.

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Health & Nutrition

health

What Is a Cat’s Primordial Pouch? Learn About This Feature on Cats

Before you put your cat on a diet—read this.

nutrition

What Is the Best Feeding Schedule for Cats?

Some helpful guidelines to follow.

nutrition

How to Switch Cat Food: Managing a Picky Eater

It’s not easy, but you can do it.

Behavior

behavior

The 8 Most Misunderstood Cat Behaviors

They can be confusing little creatures, but they aren’t knocking things over just to mess with you.

behavior

Why Does Your Cat Sleep on You? 7 Reasons and What It Means

Not into cuddling? Too bad—they’re spending the night.

behavior

Why Does Your Cat Rub Against Your Legs?

And what they’re trying to tell you when they do.

Lifestyle

lifestyle

The One Thing You Should Never Do When Searching for a Lost Cat

In fact, it could actually drive your cat away.

lifestyle

5 Dreams You May Have About Your Pet After They’re Gone—And What They Mean

It can be healing to see your buddy again in your sleep.

lifestyle

How Long Can Cats Be Left Alone?

Believe it or not, they miss you when you’re gone.

Shopping

shopping

6 Best Air Purifiers For New Pet Parents With Allergies

Whether you’re concerned about dander, wildfire air pollutants, or those icky pet odors, these purifiers have you covered.

shopping

4 Best Flea and Tick Preventatives and Treatments to Protect Your Kitty

From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer.

shopping

5 Litter Boxes Your Cat Likely Won’t Reject

Think like a cat when choosing a litter box... so you can go back to not thinking about litter boxes.