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 Love Cardboard Boxes?
How many times have you bought your cat a new toy or invested in a scratching post or cat tree, only to find that they are much more interested in the box that it came in? Cats of all ages love empty cardboard boxes and it doesn’t matter what size or shape they are. So, what is it that makes cardboard boxes so attractive? CARDBOARD BOXES... Provide a sense of security …
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 …
Think Like Your Cat: Behaviour-Based Search Strategies for a Lost Cat
When a cat vanishes, most of us search the way humans would: calling their name at the top of our lungs, pacing the streets, imagining they’ve bolted halfway across town. But cats don’t move through the world with human logic. They’re guided by instinct, personality, and sometimes pure fear. That’s why learning how to search for a lost cat means shifting perspective. The most …
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Why Do Cats Sleep So Much?
It’s well known that humans need at least 7–8 hours of sleep to be able to function properly. Cats on the other hand can sleep for a whopping 15 hours a day, and some cats are known to spend 20 out of 24 hours asleep. Not surprising when you consider that they are related to the king of beasts – the lion – who also needs his 15 hours of beauty sleep. Are Cats Just …
Why Do Cats Purr? Is it Always a Sign of Happiness?
There’s something almost magical about the soft hum of a cat’s purr. If you’ve ever rested your head on your cat and listened, you know it feels like a tiny engine gently idling – steady, soothing, and strangely comforting. Most of us take that sound as proof our cats are happy. But is purring really only about joy, or is there more going on? Have you ever wondered why …
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