Study: Bacteria Change the Smell Cats Use to Communicate
A published study analyzed the microbiome and chemical composition of anal gland secretions used by domestic cats to communicate.
Caitlin Dempsey
Cat Breeds with Rosettes
Bengal cats are the only domestic cats with rosettes as the standard fur coat pattern.
Cats have more facial expressions than we give them credit for
Researchers analyzing cat interactions in a cat cafe have found that cats can make 276 different types of facial expressions.
New Research About How Cats Purr
Newly published research has produce a new hypothesis for how cats purr.
Study: Purring and Eating Sounds Don’t Relieve Stress in Cats
Listening to the sound of cats purring and eating doesn’t reduce stress in cats.
Kittens Are Able to Figure Out Which Plate Has More Food
From a young age, domestic cats naturally know how to judge and pick between different amounts of cat food.
The California Town Named After Wild Cats
Los Gatos lives up to its name with its many artworks dedicated to California wild cats, the mountain lion and the bobcat, as well as the domestic cat.
My Cat’s Experience With Feline Acromegaly
Feline acromegaly is a relatively rare condition in cats where a tumor on the pituitary glands triggers an overproduction of growth hormone.
Tips for Cat Owners
If you’re new to owning a cat or simply want to better understand your pet, here are tips for a cat-friendly home.
If Cats are Independent, Why Do They Form Bonds?
Despite their independent reputation, cats do form close bonds with humans and other cats.
