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Interesting Facts: Why Cats Land on Their Feet
Cats have a built-in balancing system called the righting reflex.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 24 November 2023
Interesting Facts: How and Why Cats Wash
As an adult, a cat washes itself with its paw after sleeping, going to the toilet, walking down the street, or communicating with a person.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 24 November 2023
Communication through bacteria: A new study on cats' scent
We are used to cats chatting with others through meowing, purring, and using other vocalizations, especially when "talking" to other cats. Meanwhile, sounds and body language aren't the only ways of cats sharing information with others.
Kate Yakimchuk research communication scent bacteria Animals 22 November 2023
Interesting Facts: How Cats Respond to Their Name
Japanese scientists have found that domestic cats can distinguish their own names from other words that people say, and even the names of other cats that live with them. The researchers, whose work was published in the journal Scientific Reports, used the habituation-withdrawal method, which is often used in experiments with children.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 21 November 2023
Interesting Facts: Why Animals Repeat After Humans
In strictly controlled experiments, experts discovered that a Japanese cat named Ebisu imitated the actions of its owner, such as touching a box with its paw or rubbing its head against it.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 21 November 2023
The magic of a cat's nose: A new study
Cat's noses are capable of amazing things, and that's why scientists have decided to research them. Scientists have uncovered the secret behind cats' impressive ability to smell things, whether it's food, friends, or foes.
Kate Yakimchuk research nose felines Animals 19 November 2023
Why your cat is afraid of sudden noises: Know more about your pet
Cats tend to have amazing ears which allow them to hear way, way better than humans. Sometimes domestic cats can be scared of sudden noises, even though they live in a safe and comfortable house.
Kate Yakimchuk habits noise reaction Animals 19 November 2023
How cats understand your mood: Know more about your pets
Cats might not be as socially intelligent as dogs, but they can also understand their owners' mood and mental state well. The thing is, cats and dogs often pay attention to different details of your behavior to understand that something goes wrong.
Kate Yakimchuk pets mood intelligence Animals 18 November 2023
Interesting Facts: Why Cats Like Catnip
Cats love to rub and roll in the leaves of catnip (Nepeta cataria), and actinidia polygama, or matatabi, which grows in Japan, China, Korea, and the Russian Far East, causes a similar reaction. Much of this feline behavior is due to the fact that the plant contains iridoids, which help repel mosquitoes and other insects.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 17 November 2023
Neutered domestic cats control feral population: A new study
Lots of people assume that domestic cats and feral cats don't affect each other's group that much, but it seems to be wrong. A new study shows that neutering domestic cats can significantly help in controlling feral cats population.
Kate Yakimchuk research pets neutering population Animals 16 November 2023
Tigers need their claws: A new study
Tigers and other felines are dangerous animals, and that's why some people decide to declaw them. While it can make tigers less dangerous, this procedure can also harm their health a lot.
Kate Yakimchuk research felines claws declawing Animals 16 November 2023
Secrets of cat evolution: A new study on felines
Animal evolution is a quite exciting process, so scientists still research it to find more information. One of the latest studies shows that we still have lots of things to learn in terms of cat evolution.
Kate Yakimchuk research felines evolution Animals 12 November 2023
Not just meowing: Sounds that cats can produce
We often think that cats can only meow and purr, but they usually use these sounds to communicate with people, not other cats. In fact, cats can produce over 100 kinds of sounds, and some of them might be pretty surprising.
Kate Yakimchuk pets meowing sound Animals 10 November 2023
Changing cat's diet when it sheds: Pet owner's tips
Lots of fluffy cats shed a lot - it's a pretty natural process that can also be quite seasonal. Meanwhile, if you notice that your pet friend sheds way too much, then it might be time to change its diet.
Kate Yakimchuk pets food shedding nutrition Animals 10 November 2023
Your cat sheds a lot: Cleaning tips
Cat's hair isn't that noticeable at first, but when your cat sheds a lot, then you can clearly see it everywhere. You can vacuum and clean your floors and furniture regularly, but it can also be quite exhausting. So, what can you do?
Kate Yakimchuk cleaning pets hair tips Helpful tips 9 November 2023
How tiny kittens eat so much: Know more about your pets
Have you ever wondered how small kittens manage to eat that much while they're so tiny? Their small stomachs seem to be designed to consume only a few tablespoons of milk, but they can eat way, way more.
Kate Yakimchuk pets kittens food stomach Animals 9 November 2023
Cats hunting birds: Pet owner's tips
Cats are natural hunters - and they tend to be very successful and skilled in it. Meanwhile, when your domestic cat hunts birds, it can be quite unpleasant - your cat can fall out of your window, or kill birds inside your house.
Kate Yakimchuk pets birds hunting tips Animals 9 November 2023
Cats and dogs living together: Pet owner's tips
If you want to get a cat and a dog as pets, then you should make efforts to prevent them from fighting. While cats and dogs don't always fight, it happens, so you should train both pets to tolerate each other well.
Kate Yakimchuk pets dogs training Animals 9 November 2023
Making a cat house: DIY ideas
Cats love boxes, and they also love small cat houses - they like feeling cozy and protected. While you can always buy a cat house for your fluffy friend, you can also make one by yourself - it's not that hard!
Kate Yakimchuk pets house DIY Animals 8 November 2023
Things kittens shouldn't eat: Pet owner's tips
Kittens can be quite curious in terms of trying out new food, but it doesn't mean that you should allow them eat whatever they want. Their bodies aren't suitable for digesting lots of things, so you should make sure thair diet is healthy for them.
Kate Yakimchuk kittens pets food health Animals 7 November 2023