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If you’ve ever had a cat claim your keyboard as their throne, you’re not alone. Cats are naturally drawn to keyboards for a few reasons: the warmth it gives off, the interesting sounds it makes, and, most importantly, the opportunity to get your attention. Whether they're curious, looking for a cosy spot, or finding ways to be the centre of your world, this behaviour …
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Many cat owners insist male cats are naturally more affectionate – easygoing, friendly, even clingy. But while this belief is common, science tells a more complex story. Studies show that there’s no guarantee a male cat will be any more affectionate than a female. Sociability in cats has less to do with gender and more to do with early social experiences, temperament and the …
Have you ever wondered why your cat’s tongue feels like sandpaper? It’s because it’s covered with tiny, hook-like structures called papillae. These backward-facing spines have several purposes, vital for a cat's wellbeing. We explore the science behind why cats have rough tongues and how it helps them every day, from grooming to eating and drinking. The anatomy of a cat's …
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If you’ve ever seen your cat suddenly sprint across the room, zipping around like a tiny whirlwind, you’ve witnessed the infamous “zoomies.” These unpredictable bursts of energy are a common behaviour in cats. While they might look like a sign of chaos, zoomies actually have simple explanations. From burning off pent-up energy after a long nap to satisfying natural hunting …
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“Of course cats are smarter than we are… otherwise we’d be the ones stuck at home on the sofa while they ran the household.” But jokes aside, cat lovers often ask the big question: how smart are cats really? The truth is, feline intelligence is complex, fascinating, and sometimes a little puzzling. In this guide, we’ll explore cat intelligence from every …
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Cats are carnivores, right, so why do they eat grass? We all know cats like to be contrary, but do they just eat grass to confound us, or is there a reason for their compulsion to chow down on greens? No-one truly knows the answer, but that doesn’t stop us having an educated guess at why grass can look greener than cat biscuits. Here are six pawsible reasons cats …
I’m sure your cats are like mine - they like to sleep, a lot - so when we see them yawning it’s easy to assume that they’re tired, bored, lazy or all of the above. Cats’ amazing physiology means that they can open their mouths much wider than us mere mortals can, so when your cat yawns you’ll get a really good view of the inside of his mouth in all its glory. One thing that is …
We’ve all heard the phrase ‘the cat’s whiskers’ used to describe something that’s extraordinarily good, and when you realise everything your cat’s whiskers do, you'll understand why! Cats’ whiskers are twice as thick as their normal hairs, three times as deep and connected directly to their nerve endings, which makes them extremely sensitive. It’s not only the long …
Just like humans, cats can be sensitive creatures, and your cat probably has a list of all the things you do that make him mad or sad. Here are five of the most common pet peeves amongst cats, and what you can do to get back into your cat’s good books if you’re guilty of any of them! Dirty Litter Tray This one should be obvious, after all, would you like using a …
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‘But his voice has been heard on the roof When he was curled up by the fire. And he’s sometimes been heard by the fire When he was about on the roof’ T.S.Eliot, ‘M. Mistoffelees’, from Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, 1939 You may have your very own Mr …
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