Cats : Behavior & Socialization

An orange cat and black and white kitten nose-to-nose checking each other out

Introducing Cats to Other Cats

We want everything to go as smoothly as possible when you bring your newly adopted cats home, so here are some tips on introducing a new cat to a home with resident cats....Read More

A brown tabby cat lying upside down inviting interaction with cat body language

How to Read Cat Body Language and Emotions

Ask any young child what a cat says and they'll tell you confidently, "Meow!" But is meowing all that cats say?...Read More

How to Prevent Kitten Play That's Too Rough

Kitten play is a very important and fun part of a young feline’s life....Read More

longhair Siamese cat sitting with another cat, a dog, and a person after the cats were introduced to each other successfully

How to Introduce Cats to Each Other

If you're bringing home a new cat and already have existing cats in your household, it's important to know how to introdu...Read More

three shorthair domestic cats, who used to be scared of one another, comfortably gathered together around a person

How to Help a Cat Scared of Dogs or Other Pets

Is your cat scared of your dog, another cat, or other pets?...Read More

Brown tabby and white cat stretching up to scratch on a tall sisal scratching post

How to Have a Cat-Friendly Home

Cats are so closely related to their wild cat ancestors that they’ve retained many of the same wild instincts....Read More

Cat using a litter box, stepping out of the box onto a mat

How to Get Your Cat to Use the Litter Box

Have you welcomed a new feline friend into your home and now are wondering how to get your cat to use the litter box?...Read More

Brown tabby cat hiding behind some debris outside

How to Find a Lost Cat: Tips From a Pet Detective

The number of missing cats is difficult to estimate, as is the number of cats who tragically are never found....Read More

How Do I Help My Cat Who's Afraid of Noises?

Just as in humans, all cats have some degree of normal fear when they hear loud, sudden, or strange noises. It's a survival instinct....Read More

White-and-black cat is sitting with his person. As a kitten, this cat wasn't using the litter box, but the problem has since been fixed.

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions

Is your cat not using the litter box?...Read More

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