"Why do cats blink?" might not be a question you've ever really given much thought to. After all, you probably understand why people blink – to keep our eyes nice and moist and to clear away any ...

Most animals communicate using scent, but scientists have now uncovered that each cat's signal is based on the type of bacteria living in their butts. Every cat has its own unique cocktail of bacteria ...

Cats can understand human communication too. Studies show cats know their own names and the names of their companions, and can recognise human emotions, even changing their own behaviour in response.

Cats can be difficult to understand. Although beautiful, they are often thought of as more elusive than dogs. For some though, this is what makes living with cats all the more fulfilling. Cat ...

Here’s an easy way to improve your fur-riendship with your cat. A team of psychologists has found a way to communicate positive emotions with cats using eye movement. The researchers from the ...

Since your cat can’t quite grasp the meaning of “I love you,” “You complete me,” or “You’re the most handsome furry boy in the whole world,” you’ll have to find another way to get your point across.

DEAR JOAN: My wife, Nancy, and I have two cats — Jack, a small tuxedo, and Oli, a large black cat who looks like a panther. Jack is constantly meowing to us all day long as if he is talking to us, but ...

Most of us think we know our cats pretty well – we do live with them, after all. And while understanding your pet’s habits and quirks is vital to meeting their needs, there are some signs of cat ...