Cats and Strangers: Fear vs. Curiosity
Welcome to the Wednesday Cats of Catster! Every month, we ask our cat-loving Catsters to weigh in on a new topic. This week, we asked them to tell us how…
Category Cat Behavior & Training
Cats and Messy Bowls: Camera Evidence
Once upon a time, feeding my five cats was quite a straightforward endeavor, with a scattering of dry food in the morning and a large sharing tray of wet food…
Why the Bathroom Tap is More Appealing Than Your Cat’s Water Fountain
It’s not only common knowledge that cats prefer to drink running water over a still bowl — and science backs up the benefits. And lots of cats enjoy drinking from…
Mirror, Mirror: Does Your Cat Know Who’s Looking Back?
Has your cat ever seen their reflection? How did they react? Some cats might be alarmed and puff their fur up, while others might not have a reaction at all. …
The Mimicry of Felines: Understanding Cat Copying Behavior
Everybody knows what a copycat is…but do we cats actually copy each other (and perhaps other family members we live with, including humans?). The answer is yes! And you…
It’s Not Jealousy, It’s Territory: A Guide to Solving Your Cat’s Possessive Behavior
Do cats get jealous? It may look like it to you. Everything’s fine, and then you bring home a new cat, dog or baby. Or even a new boyfriend or…
Are Ginger Cats More Aggressive?
No, ginger cats are not known to be more aggressive than other cats. However, most ginger cats are male and males are typically more aggressive than females, particularly when they…
Countertop Cat Control: Effective Strategies to Keep Felines Off Surfaces
While some cats are naturally more curious than others, almost all pet parents will experience their cat jumping onto counters and getting into mischief. It might seem like cats do…
How To Harness Train A Cat
If you’ve ever wondered how to harness train a cat, you’re in the right place. Taking your cat out into the big wide world has become more popular in…