Understanding Cats

If your cat seems to constantly want your attention, and does crazy things to make sure he gets it, you may think that it’s simply a cute sign of his affection for you. A cat that displays some attention-seeking behaviour isn’t necessarily a problem, but it can soon move from cute, to annoying, to a serious problem, and may even indicate a medical issue. It’s essential to work … [Read more...] about What to do When Your Cat Demands Attention

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 … [Read more...] about Why Cats Go Crazy for Catnip

Unlike dogs, which are demonstrative in showing their love and affection, cats can be a little more stand-offish which makes them much harder to read. Not all cats will pose for a photo shoot with a declaration of their love and a back-drop of heart-shaped cushions. So, how do you know if your cat really loves you?  Head Butting When your cat rubs his face … [Read more...] about 10 Tell-Tale Signs That Your Cat Loves You

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 … [Read more...] about Why Do Cats Love Cardboard Boxes?

Does your cat like to jump up on your lap and head-butt you?  Often accompanied by loud purring, this act of rubbing or nudging their face against your cheek or chin is referred to as ‘bunting’ and is your cat’s way of communicating with you and showing affection. Cats communicate in a number of ways – by talking to you (vocalisation), via body language and by scent. … [Read more...] about Bunting – the Purrfect Compliment

Cats have a complex and varied range of sounds which they communicate with, although most of this chatting is reserved for their owners and they rarely ‘talk’ to other cats. Oriental breeds such as Siamese are usually more talkative than other cats, although any cat can become a chatter-box. Here’s a quick guide to some of the most common sounds a cat makes: Meow – The … [Read more...] about Cat Speak 101 – Understanding What Your Cat is Saying

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 … [Read more...] about Why Do Cats Knead?

Have you ever wondered why your cat likes to suck your wool blanket or favourite mohair jumper and how you can discourage this behaviour? Surprising enough, wool sucking is relatively common amongst cats. Felines with a tendency towards this behaviour usually prefer to suck on items such as wool blankets and jumpers but some will suckle another cat’s tail, or their own paw. … [Read more...] about Understanding Wool Sucking Behaviour in Cats

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 … [Read more...] about Why Do Cats Sleep So Much?

There is something very soothing about the sound of a cat purring. How often do you put your head alongside your cat to listen closely to the rhythmic sound of its vibrating purr? Why does a cat purr? We always assume that a cat only purrs when they are happy – whilst they are relaxing, eating, playing or being stroked by their favourite human. But cats also purr for … [Read more...] about The Healing Power of a Cats Purr