Kitty Contemplations
Why does my cat take food out of his bowl to eat?
Does your cat dip a paw into his food bowl and then eat his food off the paw or the floor? Does your cat grab a bite from his bowl and then run off into another room to eat? Read to learn more about these unusual cat behaviors and what, if anything, you should do about them.
What is the Norwegian Forest Cat?
The Norwegian Forest Cat is a mystery wrapped in fluff. Learn more about this sweet, friendly, family-oriented, and stunning breed of cat.
Wet food or dry food? What is better for your cat?
Do you feed dry cat food because it's convenient? Maybe you think canned food is "better" for cats. Read to learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each formulation of cat food diet.
Why do cats purr?
We all think we know why cats purr. It’s because they’re happy, right? Well…it’s a bit more complicated than that. Let’s explore one of the best things about having a cat in your lap: the mesmerizing, soothing, vibrations we call the purr. My blood pressure dropped a few points just thinking about it.
Why does my cat put his paw on me?
Have you been touched by a cat paw? What does it mean? A paw touch can actually mean a whole range of things, depending upon the cat and the circumstance. Open the post to see a whole lot of pawsy cats, including a one special copycat from Japan.
What is a Maine Coon cat?
It's not a raccoon, and it's not a mountain lion cross of any kind. But what is it? Learn about the gentle giant of the cat world here.
The most hilarious Christmas cat memes and cartoons
We love Christmas and we love our cats. Put the two together and well...you might have a disaster in the making. At least we can laugh about it afterwards.
Why is my cat peeing on my bed?
Is your cat peeing or pooping absolutely everywhere except where she should be doing her business? Read to find out the cause of litter-box fails, and what you can do to help your cat (and yourself!).
Do cats know their own names?
Science proved that cats know their own names, but that they might just be ignoring us.
Why does my cat head butt me?
You’ve stepped out of the house for an hour. When you return and lean over to give your cat a little pat, she’s all up in your grill, purring and rubbing her forehead against your cheek and chin, like you’ve been gone for a year. What does it mean?
How to pet a cat
You wouldn't think there was this much to it, but there's a lot of things you might not know about the right way to pet a cat. To start with, let the cat pet you. Read on to learn the rest.
Why is my cat growling?
A cat's growl is a guttural, harsh sound. It's deep, almost rumbling. But do you know what a cat's growl means?