Cat Behavior & Training

Pets can have a hard time dealing with the loss of another pet in your home. Help them cope with pet loss and grief with these tips. ...

Cats are known to chew on objects such as shoes, furniture, and cords. Learn how to stop this behavior to keep your cat (and household objects) safe. ...

If your cat is peeing outside the litter box, you naturally want to make it stop. There may be an underlying medical or behavioral issue that explains it. Here’s what to do if your cat keeps peeing outside the litter box. ...

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. ...

Cats experience anxiety for a number of reasons, from health to environmental stressors. Learn ways you can help your cat destress and become less anxious. ...

A cat that is tucking its paws under its body is most likely feeling relaxed and laidback or possibly cold and trying to warm up. ...

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. ...

Have you ever wondered what cats think about? A number of studies have explored cat behavior and feline cognition, but there's still more to learn. ...

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. ...

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. ...

Cats have natural behaviors and needs, and they must have opportunities to express those behaviors. This is where enrichment comes in! ...

Cats tend to enjoy nibbling on all sorts of plants, including cat grass. What is cat grass and why do cats like to eat it? ...

Cats don't cry the way people do. Your cat can produce tears, but not ones of sadness. Explore the truth behind a cat's emotions and what those tears mean. ...

If you understand your cat's meows, you may empathize with it, but practice tough love to avoid being trained to be at its beck and call. ...

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. ...

Feral cats are defined as the wild offspring of domestic cats, which usually happens when pet cats wind up living on the streets and give birth to kittens who never have human contact. ...

Sometimes, it's necessary to hide kitty litter, especially when you have young children or dogs. These DIY litter box enclosure ideas conceal and contain. ...

Cats show their love in many ways and it usually involves body language and other behaviors. Find out if your cat is trying to tell you they love you. ...

It's frustrating and unpleasant when your cat defecates in the sink or tub, but you can stop the unwanted behavior with some of these techniques. ...

Understand the origins of classical conditioning, the ways in which it can influence feline behavior, and how it can be used to train cats. ...