Cat Behavior & Training Articles

Cat Bunting Behavior: What Does It Mean?
Cat Bunting Behavior: What Does It Mean?
Cats rub their heads against prominent objects to leave scent markings as a part of scent communication. ...
How to Train Your Cat to Stop Urine Marking
How to Train Your Cat to Stop Urine Marking
Most male (and some female) house cats will mark territory at some point. Learn the causes or cat urine marking and how to prevent this annoying behavior. ...
What Your Cat Is Saying With Its Eyes
What Your Cat Is Saying With Its Eyes
Understand how cats communicate with their eyes, from arousal and trust to dominance and aggression. ...
Why Do Cats Like Shoes?
Why Do Cats Like Shoes?
Cats can be quirky, but many of them can sometimes be a little shoe obsessed. Read all about your cat's footwear fascination and how you can help. ...
How to Stop Your Cat From Rejecting a New Kitten
How to Stop Your Cat From Rejecting a New Kitten
Some cats have a difficult time adjusting to a new kitten. Learn why your cat may not get along with others and how you can help ease the tension. ...
How to Stop Cats From Using a Sandbox as a Litter Box
How to Stop Cats From Using a Sandbox as a Litter Box
Learn how to keep cats out of your child's sandbox by using natural deterrents, physical barriers, commercial repellents, and more. ...
Dealing With Dominant and Anxious Cat Behavior
Dealing With Dominant and Anxious Cat Behavior
Some cats are more dominant than others, and this can lead to issues in multiple-cat households. Find out what you can do to deal with an anxious cat. ...
Where Should I Put the Litter Box?
Where Should I Put the Litter Box?
Where should you put the litter box? Learn more about the best location to place the cat's litter box, and other factors you should consider. ...
Here's Why Cats Groom Themselves
Here's Why Cats Groom Themselves
Learn all about cats' grooming habits: how and why cats groom, including mutual grooming, over-grooming, and displacement grooming! ...
How to Train Your Cat to Fetch
How to Train Your Cat to Fetch
With some imagination, patience, and a willing cat, you can teach your cat to play fetch a toy. Learn how and help your kitty get some exercise. ...
Why Cats Blink Their Eyes at You
Why Cats Blink Their Eyes at You
Ever wonder what your cat means when they blink at you? We break down what they're trying to say when they behave this way. ...
Litter Box Basics Every Cat Owner Should Know
Litter Box Basics Every Cat Owner Should Know
Litter boxes are a cat's bathroom but there are some important basics in caring for them that you should follow to avoid problems with your cat. ...
7 Reasons Why Cats Love Bathrooms
7 Reasons Why Cats Love Bathrooms
Why do cats follow you to the bathroom? Many cats—strangely enough—love the bathroom! Find out why cats seem to love bathrooms so much. ...
How to Stop Your Cat From Escaping
How to Stop Your Cat From Escaping
When house cats try to escape, they're responding to an evolutionary urge to explore their territory. Learn the best ways to curb this behavior. ...
Reasons Why Your Cat is Overgrooming and How to Stop It
Reasons Why Your Cat is Overgrooming and How to Stop It
Cat overgrooming behavior can be caused by stress and anxiety. Use these techniques to get your feline to relax. ...
Why Your Cat Is Rolling Around on Its Back
Why Your Cat Is Rolling Around on Its Back
When your cat rolls on its back, it could be telling you something. Rolling can signal the cat feels safe and might want some attention from you. ...
Why Is My Cat Sleeping in Their Litter Box?
Why Is My Cat Sleeping in Their Litter Box?
Has your cat taken up napping in its litter box? This odd behavior could be because your cat is stressed or it could be a sign of a medical condition. ...
How to Stop Your Cat From Chewing Electrical Cords
How to Stop Your Cat From Chewing Electrical Cords
Cats are known to pounce and attack inanimate objects, like electrical cords. Learn how to prevent your cat from ambushing objects that may harm it. ...
Why Cats Don't Always Cover Their Poop
Why Cats Don't Always Cover Their Poop
Cats may not cover their poop for a few different reasons, including being territorial, sending a message to their owner, and not liking the litter. ...
Why Do Cats Rub Against Your Legs?
Why Do Cats Rub Against Your Legs?
Cats can rub against your legs for a few different reasons. Usually it's a sign of affection but your cat could be specifically asking for something. ...