When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Amanda Campion Cats are endlessly intriguing animals, known for their independence, ...

Cats are known for their mysterious and sometimes bizarre behaviors. From zooming around the house at odd hours to sitting in the smallest boxes, felines often leave their owners scratching their ...

Purring is something that pretty much every single cat does, but interestingly we know less about why cats make this noise compared with other noises they’re famous for (like hissing or chirping). The ...

Cats are endlessly intriguing animals, known for their independence, intelligence, and sometimes downright baffling behaviors. While many cat parents have come to accept their feline’s quirky antics ...

Why do cats sit on their toys? If you've ever found yourself asking that question, rest assured you're not alone! Many of us spoil our feline friends with the best toys for indoor cats, only to find ...

Anyone who lives with a cat may have tried it: a playful meow to greet or respond to the animal’s sounds. But what do cats actually think when humans address them this way? Can they even interpret our ...

For decades, the popular view has been that cats form simpler, less nuanced social bonds with humans than dogs do. Dogs are often celebrated for their loyalty, responsiveness to human emotions, and ...

We all know the classic ways our furry friends show happiness — a wagging tail here, and a head rub there. But some of their behaviors leave us scratching our heads in confusion. Why does your dog ...