Cat Behavior

This category of articles focuses on exploring the fascinating world of cat behavior.

From understanding why cats knead to decoding their body language, these articles delve into the many quirks and characteristics that make our feline friends so unique.

With insights from experts in the field, readers can gain a deeper understanding of their cat’s behavior and learn practical tips for how to improve their relationship with their furry companion.

An orange tabby cat sitting on a plush tan blanket looking out a window.

Ways That Cats Sit

Caitlin Dempsey

When awake, your cat may assume a variety of sitting positions.

A pregnant calico lying on her left side on a concrete patio.

Female Cats and Pregnancy

Caitlin Dempsey

The female domestic cat can start reproducing as young as four to five months old.

An orange tabby's reflection in a window.

What Does it Mean When a Cat Chatters?

Caitlin Dempsey

Cat chattering is an acoustic displacement activity that is done when a cat is frustrated.

A grey longhaired cat falling with its arms outstretched.

Do Cats Always Land On Their Feet?

Caitlin Dempsey

Cats can right themselves mid-air when falling to safely land on their feet.

A gray tabby looking wide-eyed at the camera on a black sofa.

Why Do Cats Have So Much Energy at Night?

Caitlin Dempsey

It's not uncommon for your cat to have a case of the 'zoomies' in the evenings and at night.

An orange cat stretching towards a toy while lying encircling in a cat bed.

Why Cats Knock Things Over

Caitlin Dempsey

Why is it that some cats love to knock things over?

A gray tabby sitting in the lap of a person wearing a burnt red sweater.

Ways That Your Cat Expresses Happiness

Caitlin Dempsey

Cats show their affection and comfort for humans in a variety of ways.

A gray tabby playfully biting a hand in response to play.

Why Do Some Cats Bite When You Pet Them?

Caitlin Dempsey

Petting aggressiveness is a reflexive response in cats who dislike being pet.

A cropped photo of a black cat's right ear and green right eye.

Cats Use Sounds to Track Where You are in the House

Caitlin Dempsey

Cats can form mental maps of where their owners are in the house based on sounds.

A gray tabby and a black kitten cuddling.

How Cats Communicate Through Purring

Caitlin Dempsey

Purring is one way that cats communicate.

Orange tabby yawning.

Why Do Adult Cats Meow Only to People?

Caitlin Dempsey

Meowing is a way that cats communicate with humans.