Cat Behavior & Training

Fights and other types of aggression may occur in homes with two or more cats. Learn the most likely causes and the best ways you can stop it. ...

If your cat won't stop playing in the water bowl, you first want to rule out any medical causes. Otherwise, the problem can be solved fairly easily. ...

Cats rub their heads against prominent objects to leave scent markings as a part of scent communication. ...

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. ...

Eating litter is not uncommon in kittens, but it may be a sign of health problems in adult cats. ...

Mother cat aggression is normal. Learn all about how to deal with the queen protecting kittens and how to diffuse cat aggression around kittens. ...

Clicker training can be extremely effective for cats. Learn how to teach cats tricks and solve cat behavior problems using this easy training method. ...

When a cat doesn't meow, it is often just natural behavior, but when its silence is accompanied by other symptoms, have a vet examine your pet. ...

Cats do some strange things. Learn the reasons why your cat may run around acting crazy and find out if it's something you should be concerned about. ...

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. ...

Most male (and some female) house cats will mark territory at some point. Learn the causes or cat urine marking and how to prevent this annoying behavior. ...

Understanding cat tail language can reveal the many reasons cats wag their tails, and there are many. ...

Cat lovers who want their cats to enjoy fresh air and sunshine often feel guilt by confining their cats to the indoors. Here are safe compromises. ...

If your cat is scared of visitors, it may be hard to have friends come over. Try these tips to ease your cat's worries and get it used to strangers. ...

Can cats have OCD? Learn about obsessive-compulsive disorder in cats. Find out how to manage your cat's obsessive-compulsive behaviors. ...

Why do cats follow you to the bathroom? Many cats—strangely enough—love the bathroom! Find out why cats seem to love bathrooms so much. ...

Cats learn to bite and scratch as kittens and may need to be retrained when they grow older. These behaviors can be changed with time and patience. ...

Catnip can make some cats react in interesting ways. Learn why cats like catnip so much, why only some cats react to it, and why others seem immune. ...

There are different types of cat litter beyond the age-old clay variety. Learn about all your options to see which type is best for you and your cat. ...

Some cats meow very loudly and not everyone enjoys it. Find out why your cat is so strident and if there's anything you can do about it. ...