It’s something of an understatement to point out that feline courtship and mating is a little different to our own. Female cats in season are programmed to behave in ways which achieve the best possible chance of mating. These include making some pretty startling and loud noises to alert nearby males to her availability. Sometimes…
The causes of a cat peeing in the bed can include anxiety or stress, medical problems and litter box issues. Urinating in inappropriate places can become a habit, so its important that you identify the cause and treat the problem quickly. Cat behaviorist Clare Hemington explains. Contents Having a cat pee on your pillows…
When a previously clean cat poops behind the couch, it can be a bit of a shock! And when one accident becomes two, it’s time to take swift action. The good news, is that most litter box issues can be solved. I’ll look at all the common and the less common causes of a change…
Cat toilet training seems easy. You put a litter box in the corner of the room, fill it with kitty litter, and they use it to do their business. But there are mistakes that lots of new cat owners make, which can lead to a kitten finding somewhere else to go. And not everyone wants…
When I arrive home from work my cat always rushes down the stairs, then performs a range of elaborate stretches by my feet. They are his way of getting his body moving again after a long rest, easing the tension in his neck, and even letting me know he’s feeling relaxed and affectionate. Today I…
How To Get A Cat To Bond With You – Is brought to you by expert cat behaviorist Clare Hemington. Clare is an accredited Cat Behaviourist and a member of the COAPE Association of Pet Behaviorists and Trainers. Do cats bond with all their owners or do they bond with just a single person? What…
When I was a kid, I loved the cartoon The Cat Came Back. Back then I just adored the silliness of it, but as an adult I’ve also learned how the best jokes work because they have a grain of truth in them. And cats are master navigators. So how do cats find their way…
What does it mean when a cat head butts you? Most often, cats head butt you and rub their head on you as a way to mark their scent. This behavior is known as bunting. However, your cat may also rub their head on you as a sign of affection, or a way to get…
There are plenty of chatty cats around, but Bengals in particular often meow specifically to communicate with their human family. Which is great sometimes, but not when it becomes constant. Fortunately, it is possible to discourage a cat from meowing by adapting their environment, their lifestyle, and the way you react to it. How To…
Cat separation anxiety occurs when a cat’s bond to us is so entrenched that being parted causes them intense stress. But there are other reasons they can feel stressed or anxious too. Working out the reason your cat is worried will help you to improve things for her. General anxiety and separation anxiety in cats…