Is there a ghoulish ghosty hovering in your kitchen corner just beyond your sight? Some people believe that cats are staring at spirits when they fixate on a wall that seemingly has nothing of interest to offer them. But the truth is your kitchen is not haunted (well, probably not, anyway). So why do cats …

Despite their often apathetic attitudes, cats love to keep entertained by chasing things around. Even with dozens of cat toys at their disposal, it’s not unusual for felines to choose strings over everything. After all, images of cats and balls of yarn are cliché for a reason. But, your furball choosing that years-old string over …

Who doesn’t love it when their cat lies on their back? It’s surely a sign of being ultra calm and relaxed around you, right? It’s also extremely cute. Yet, when you decide to try to rub their belly, you often get the wrath and rage of all cats in history. So why do cats lay on …

Have you ever noticed your cat staring deeply at a blank space—or responding to a sound that you can’t hear? Could it be that they’re sensing a presence from the ‘beyond’? Can cats see ghosts? Throughout the centuries, cats have been the subject of myth and folklore. They’ve been simultaneously revered and feared; they’re considered …

There are few things cuter than a contented kitty taking a nap when its tail starts to wag or thump up and down. Videos of this adorable behavior abound on popular social media sites, and owners are left enthralled and filled with an unrelenting love for their pet. But a wagging tail is usually something …

Many cats have a habit of kneading and biting blankets. Most owners have seen them do it. It’s a hilariously cute activity and never fails to draw a coo of admiration from us. So why do cats knead and bite blankets? Common wisdom usually explains it thus: the kneading comes from a kitten’s action meant …

Wait, isn’t it dogs that bury their food? As it turns out, canines aren’t the only ones with ancient instincts that compel them to cover up their coveted cuisine. Cats can have a tendency to do this as well — perhaps you’ve even caught them in the act and wondered what they were doing it …

Cats are an interesting species. They are the epitome of mixed signals. One moment they will be loving, purring, and stroking themselves on you. The next moment you have some tiny teeth digging into your skin. But is cat purring and biting expected? It’s tough to decipher what cats want from you when they can’t …

As a cat parent, you’ve probably meowed at your cat at least once, trying to communicate with them in their native language. A few times, it may have worked, and they’ve responded. But why do cats meow back at you? You don’t need to have one of the smartest cat breeds to know how intelligent …

So, you are all curled up with your feline friend after a long day. As you nuzzle into their fur, you might ask, “why do cats smell good?” For animals that don’t often require baths, they sure do an excellent job of staying clean and smelling good. In fact, you might even find that cats …