"Your cat is communicating affection when they do this," Dr. Hunt reveals. "Cats have scent glands on the base of their tails, which emit pheromones. A cat that gives you a tail whop is spreading ...

Your cat’s purr may say more about who they are than their meow ever could. Scientists discovered that purrs are stable and uniquely identifiable, while meows change dramatically depending on context.

Cats have a reputation for aloofness (and floofiness), but if you and your feline friend aren't bonding, the problem might just be that you're not speaking their language. Never fear – research shows ...

Meows are more than a cute sound — they're also a window into the relationship between humans and their feline friends. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission ...

Your dog stares at you with those knowing eyes. Your cat refuses to eat their usual food. We recognize obvious forms of communication — but what if I told you that your animals are speaking to you in ...

This is an excerpt from The Cat: A Natural and Cultural History by Dr. Sarah Brown, a cat behavior expert with 30 years' experience working with cats and their humans, with rescue organizations, and ...