Have you ever been puzzled by your cat suddenly becoming alert, ears twitching, when you can’t hear anything? Don’t worry, he’s not seeing ghosts, it’s simply because a cat’s hearing range goes up to about 65khz, while ours is only a measly 20khz, and while our ears sit firmly on the sides of our heads, a cat will swivel his ears around just like a satellite dish, to pick …
Do Cats Grieve? Understanding Feline Grief and How to Help Your Cat Cope
When a beloved family member dies, whether that’s a human or another household pet, it’s natural for everyone left behind to go through a grieving process. But what about our cats? Do cats grieve too? Many cat owners notice changes in their cat’s behaviour after the loss of someone close, and it can raise questions. Is my cat sad? Does my cat understand death? And most …
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Why Cats Go Crazy for Catnip
You probably already know whether or not your cat goes crazy for catnip, but if you haven’t yet experienced the joy of watching your cat get high on catnip, then now could be the time to experiment. Although many people refer to it as a ‘drug’ for cats, you can be rest assured that it’s neither addictive nor harmful. If you’re still not sure, here’s the lowdown on catnip, its …
Why Do Cats Like Cardboard Boxes?
Have you ever unpacked a delivery only to discover your cat is far more interested in the cardboard box than the expensive toy inside? You're not imagining it. For many cats, an ordinary cardboard box is far more appealing than the toy that came inside. That's because a box allows your cat to express several natural behaviours at once – from hiding and hunting to scratching, …
Why Do Cats Knead?
Have you ever wondered why cats knead, or what you can do to make it less uncomfortable when they're kneading your lap? What is kneading? Kneading is a natural instinct for cats – it’s when they rhythmically alternate their paws, pushing one and then the other against a soft object such as your lap. All cats knead slightly differently, some don’t retract their claws at …
Why Do Cats Sleep So Much?
Many cat owners wonder why their cat seems to spend most of the day asleep. One minute they're chasing a toy across the house, and the next they've curled into a tiny ball and disappeared into another nap. If your cat appears to sleep all day, it's easy to wonder whether something is wrong. Fortunately, for most healthy cats, sleeping for long periods is completely …
Why Do Cats Purr? What Your Cat’s Purr Really Means
Cats purr for many reasons, including happiness, communication, comfort, and self-soothing. While purring often means a cat feels relaxed and content, cats may also purr when they're stressed, frightened, injured, or unwell. Many cat owners assume cats purr simply because they're happy. After all, when a cat curls up on your lap, closes their eyes, and starts that familiar …
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