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Photo of a cat affectionately licking the hair of its owner, showcasing a charming and intimate moment of bonding between a cat and its human.
Cat Behavior

Why Does My Cat Lick My Hair? A Veterinarian Explains

If you share your life with cats, you'll know that most spend a lot of time grooming themselves, but you may have also noticed your cat licking other objects, animals, or even you! Not content...

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Dr. Louise Barnes MRCVS
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Cat Behavior

Why Does My Cat Lick My Face? Top 7 Reasons

If you're a pet parent to a cat, you're probably very familiar with your cat's slightly odd but endearing habits. A cat's behavior is different from ours, which means even the strangest things that your...

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Dr. Hannah Godfrey BVETMED MRCVS
In the image, a cat appears to be ignoring its owner, showcasing the independent and sometimes aloof nature of felines.
Behavioral Problems in Cats

Why Does My Cat Ignore Me? When to Worry

As cat owners, we devote so much of our time to our feline companions. We cuddle them, play with them, and make sure that they’re warm and well fed. In exchange, our cats provide us...

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Dr. Aisling O'Keeffe MVB CertSAM ISFMAdvCertFB MRCVS
The image portrays a heartwarming scene of a cat engaging in head bunting or head rubbing behavior.
Behavioral Problems in Cats

Why Does My Cat Headbutt Me?

If you’re new to being a cat owner, you might be surprised at how often cats headbutt, and that it’s actually a good thing! Let’s find out about cat headbutting, what it is, what it...

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Dr. Hannah Godfrey BVETMED MRCVS
A British Shorthair cat gazing intently, its round face and captivating eyes reflecting the breed's distinct charm and characteristic curiosity.
Cat Health

Why Does My Cat Feel Hot To Touch? When To Worry

All cat owners know that cats love to be warm. Cats are certified sun worshipers, warm-lap dwellers, and in-front-of-the-fire snugglers. They love nothing better than to stretch out and bask in the warmth, wherever that...

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Dr. Emma Chandley BVetMed PGCertSAS MRCVS
Cat Behavior

Why Does My Cat Beg for Food?

When your cat hangs around the food bowl, meowing for food, it can pull at your heartstrings. However, it can also be a bit annoying, especially if you've already fed them! Sometimes, it can feel...

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Dr. Hannah Godfrey BVETMED MRCVS
Cat Behavior

Why Does My Cat Always Want To Cuddle?

Some cats love to cuddle, always trying to jump onto your lap whenever you sit down for an instant, then immediately twining around your legs for attention if you get up. Other cats are more...

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Dr. Lizzie Youens BSc (Hons) BVSc MRCVS
An adorable gray and white cat playfully nibbles on a person's feet, showcasing its playful and affectionate nature.
Behavioral Problems in Cats

Why Does My Cat Attack My Feet?

Have you ever been minding your own business relaxing on the sofa, or walking around your house when suddenly, you feel a set of little daggers sink into your ankles? All seasoned cat owners will...

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Dr. Emma Chandley BVetMed PGCertSAS MRCVS
An adorable image of a cat caught in mid-yawn, showcasing its wide-open mouth, extended tongue, and stretched jaws, revealing a classic feline behavior.
Cat Behavior

Why Do Cats Yawn?

It’s a true picture of contentment: a cat stretched out in a sunny place, eyes half closed, yawning away. Cats often yawn, just like many animals, including humans, chimpanzees, and even fish! But is a...

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Dr. Lizzie Youens BSc (Hons) BVSc MRCVS
Cat hiding its food
Cat Behavior

Why Do Cats Try To Bury Their Food?

Burying food is not as unusual as you might think. Does your cat cover their food with bedding or paper? Do they indignantly tip over the food bowl when they're done eating? Have you seen...

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Dr. Rosalind Wright

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