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Are male cats more loving and loyal? Studies suggest: 'Not just gender but colour....'While studies offer conflicting views on whether male cats are more affectionate than females, research suggests coat color, particularly i...
Why Do Cats Push Objects Off Edges on Purpose?Cats push objects like glasses to understand their world. This behavior is driven by instinct, as movement triggers their hunting responses...
A Stanford study just rewrote the Bengal cat's origin storyNew research reveals Bengal cats' striking looks originate from common house cats. For years, people believed their wild ancestry was respo...
How cats’ sense of smell influences their appetite more than fullnessNew research from Iwate University suggests cats' intermittent eating habits are driven by olfactory sensor-specific satisfaction, not just...
The surprising danger of covering leftovers with aluminum foilContrary to popular belief, cats approaching humans often seek security, not just affection or food. Research indicates cats form secure at...
Researchers identify the simplest way to help your cat live longerNew research reveals a startling truth about our feline friends. Letting cats roam freely poses significant risks, leading to shorter lifes...
Outdoor Cats in the U.S. Often Live Shorter Lives, And the Data Is Hard to IgnoreEmpirical data reveals outdoor cats have a median lifespan of 7.25 years, significantly shorter than indoor cats. This is attributed to cum...
The Real Meaning Behind Your Cat’s Slow BlinkCats communicate affection and trust through slow blinks, a behavior evolved from survival instincts to avoid aggression. Unlike humans, di...
Why Cats Always Take Your Spot the Second You Get Up, It’s More Personal Than You ThinkCats often occupy their owner's vacated spots due to sensory cues like scent and body temperature, which they perceive as comforting and sa...
Cats with dementia could hold the key to treating Alzheimer's in human beingsScientists are studying cats to understand Alzheimer's disease. Research shows older cats develop dementia like humans. Their brains show s...
She experimented on her pet cat at 6 for homework, now she’s a PhD scholar with 39 papers on felines. Internet applauds in aweMadoka Hattori's childhood curiosity about her cat, Cedric, led to an award-winning research paper on paw preference. This early scientific...
Scientists just proved a cat’s nose knows more about its owner than they realizeA new study published in the journal PLOS One reveals that cats can recognize their owners by scent and respond differently to familiar and...
It’s never been a purrfect partnershipAnew study further upsets pet theories about who’s our best friend.
New study claims that drug used to treat coronavirus in cats may be effective against CovidA protease inhibitor works by interfering with the virus' ability to replicate, and ending it.
Believe it or not, more cats are contracting coronavirusCovid antibodies present in 15 of the blood samples taken from the felines.
The Truth About Cats and RatsOf course, there are many myths attached to cats that have been dispelled over the decades, including that milk and fish are not their favo...
Are dogs really smarter than cats?Of course, the one ability that still eludes dogs is the ability to use a litter box.
Can it be true that cats prefer human company over food and toys?After all, even the question of who domesticated whom had never been unanimously agreed upon when it comes to cats and humans.
Your cat doesn’t miss you when you’re awayWhile dogs perceive their owners as a safe base, the relationship between people and their feline friends appears to be quite different.
- Pet theories
That cooperation and coordination need more thought than a solitary existence is a no-brainer.