As a long-time cat owner, I’ve found that many of my friends often have misconceptions about cats. Unfortunately, new cat parents may encounter problems because of misinformation on the internet. Today, we’ll discuss fifteen myths about cats that you should stop believing. You’ll be surprised by just how much you didn’t know about your feline …

If you’re living with a cat, chances are you’ve had moments where you felt like it’s bossing you around. While this can be adorable at times, you may need to correct some of your cat’s behaviors and make it understand you’re in charge. Like humans, cats tend to have different personalities. Some are extremely lovable, …

Cats get a bad rap for being aloof, mysterious, or just plain weird. But beneath that cool exterior is a creature brimming with affection—if you know how to read the signs. Unlike dogs, who wag their tails and jump into your arms, cats tend to show love in… well, slightly stranger ways. If your cat …

People have certain affectionate expectations when they adopt a cat—I know all about it! When you first took your cat home, you were probably dreaming about all the times she’d greet you at the door. You may have been fantasizing about the moment she’ll jump on your lap and curl into your chest. Or, maybe …

Cats often seem standoffish or distant, but they still need as much love as other pets. They’re not as expressive as dogs, though, so it’s often up to you to give them attention when they demand it. I say demand because that’s typically what they do! They’d act in the most bizarre ways just to …

If your phone gallery is filled with photos of your cat, you’re not a cat owner—you’re a “cat mom” or “cat dad” who loves them to bits. But does your whiskered “child” feel the same way? The answer is likely yes! Cats might seem aloof or indifferent, but they might actually have more going on …

From snuggling on sleeping faces to curling up in the nook of arms, cuddly cats provide an extra blanket of comfort during sleep. While you might think your purring pal has strange sleeping habits (can running on the bed at 4 am really be considered normal?), certain behaviors can be explained. Whether it’s intense stares …

Cats have a surprisingly powerful sense of smell. In fact, their sense of smell is considerably stronger than that of humans. A domestic cat’s sense of smell is between 9 and 16 times more powerful than yours, so it is worth knowing what smells do cats hate. Or in other terms, cats have between 45 …

As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. When it comes to cats, feline fans will quickly tell you that every kitty is beautiful in its own way. But let’s be honest; some breeds are so uniquely gorgeous that they’re bound to turn heads wherever they go. Every entry on this list …

Cats have gotten a reputation as being house pets with their own agendas. Memes have popularized the myth that they can be rather stand-offish and prefer to be left alone. Although that might be true for some breeds, it’s not true for all of them. There are many affectionate cat breeds who are almost always …