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This tabby cat always jumps into fridge when it is opened

3 reasons why some cats like to jump into fridges

PoC avatarPosted on April 3, 2022 by Michael BroadApril 3, 2022

I believe that we can dispense with one possible reason why a cat might like to jump into a fridge when the door is opened and that is because it’s cold. It would be highly unlikely if a domestic cat … continue reading…

Posted in inquisitive | Tagged cat behavior, cat sense of smell, cat smells, hide, hiding, inquisitive cats, reassurance, scent, security
Cat Rubbing Up against Person's Legs

Why do domestic cats exchange scent with their human caregiver?

PoC avatarPosted on March 21, 2022 by Michael BroadMarch 21, 2022

Why do domestic cats carry out ‘scent exchange’ with their owner? First of all, what is scent exchange? It may not be apparent to a cat caregiver that it is taking place. However, it happens very often, particularly when a … continue reading…

Posted in scent exchange | Tagged cat behavior, cat behavior explained, cat body scent, cat greeting behavior, scent, scent exchange, tail up | Leave a reply
Gabs sleeping on a book to keep cooler

Scented human objects alone do not reassure domestic cats when their caregiver is away

PoC avatarPosted on September 16, 2021 by Michael BroadSeptember 16, 2021

New Scientist reports on a study which tells us that scented human objects alone do not reassure domestic cats when their caregiver is away. I’ll explain what that means. There is a general belief that if you leave an item … continue reading…

Posted in Scent | Tagged cat behavior, cat behavior explained, cat scent exchange, cat sense of smell, cat study, scent, scent exchange, science, scientific studies, study | Leave a reply
Snow leopard Flehmen response

Why do snow leopards have enlarged nasal cavities?

PoC avatarPosted on July 16, 2021 by Michael BroadJuly 16, 2021

The question in the title is a reference to the Jacobson’s organ a.k.a. the vomeronasal organ. The question in the title is slightly inaccurate as the vomeronasal organ is a separate to the usual nasal cavities. All cats and some … continue reading…

Posted in nose | Tagged cat anatomy, cat's nose, Facts About the Snow Leopard, flehmen response, scent, scent marking, snow leopard | Leave a reply
Cute tabby kitten curls on man's papers as he tries to work

The solution if your kitten wants to curl up on your work papers

PoC avatarPosted on May 21, 2021 by Michael BroadMay 21, 2021

This cute tabby cat in this equally cute YouTube video from the Philippines wants to curl up on the papers that this guy wants to work on and as usual the kitten is very persistent. One of the great qualities … continue reading…

Posted in cat welfare | Tagged cat video, cat welfare, clingy cat, compromise, cute kitten, human to cat relationship, scent | 9 Replies
My cat settled down after being befuddled by pine sap on his paw

Pine tree sap on his paw left my cat befuddled

PoC avatarPosted on May 15, 2021 by Michael BroadMay 15, 2021

This is a minor experience both for me and my cat but it clearly indicates the major importance in the life of domestic cats of their sense of smell. He came in yesterday with some pine tree sap on his … continue reading…

Posted in senses | Tagged cat environment, cat nose, cat sense of smell, human to cat relationship, scent, scent exchange | Leave a reply
Cat lies on pregnant woman

Do cats react when you are pregnant?

PoC avatarPosted on January 16, 2021 by Michael BroadJanuary 16, 2021

The result of my research indicates to me that there is a tendency for domestic cats to change their behaviour and become more loving or clingy towards the woman who is their owner when that woman is pregnant. That’s the … continue reading…

Posted in pregnant owner, pregnant owner | Tagged cat sense of smell, human to cat relationship, pregnant owner, scent | 2 Replies
Cat under duvet

Why do cats crawl under blankets?

PoC avatarPosted on November 11, 2020 by Michael BroadNovember 11, 2020

Above: My cat under the covers larking around. Photo: Michael. Domestic cats crawl under blankets to: Feel secure; Feel physically warm; Feel emotionally warm and reassured as it is likely that the cat will smell the scent of their human … continue reading…

Posted in cat emotions | Tagged anxiety, cat behavior, cat play, human to cat relationship, reassurance, scent | 1 Reply
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What do big cats smell like?

PoC avatarPosted on August 8, 2020 by Michael BroadAugust 8, 2020

This is a slightly bizarre but also interesting question thrown up by a Google search. You won’t find the answer in the best reference books on the wild cat species because it is not something that interests scientists. However, it … continue reading…

Posted in Tiger | Tagged big cats, captive cats, cat body scent, scent | Leave a reply
BO chemical in humans - thioalcohol

Humans hate their body odour but cats love it

PoC avatarPosted on July 28, 2020 by Michael BroadJuly 28, 2020

A lot has been written about the domestic cat’s dependence on scent. They depend upon it in so many aspects of their lives. It is crucially important to them. They love the scent of their human guardians. The bedroom is … continue reading…

Posted in senses | Tagged cat body scent, cat scent, cat sense of smell, human to cat relationship, scent | Leave a reply
Smell is big for cats

Why does my cat get excited when I get out of the shower?

PoC avatarPosted on June 22, 2020 by Michael BroadJune 22, 2020

An alternative version of the question is, “Why does my cat bite me when I get out of the shower?” The same reason is behind both aspects of feline behaviour. For me, it is all to do with scent. The … continue reading…

Posted in senses | Tagged cat senses, cat's nose, human to cat relationship, scent | Leave a reply
Oscar

How a nursing home cat had the unusual ability of predicting death within the next hours

PoC avatarPosted on March 31, 2020 by Michael BroadMarch 31, 2020

You may remember Oscar. He is quite famous (actually very famous). He’s a fluffy, grey-and-white brindled cat who was adopted by a nursing home in Providence, Rhode Island, USA in 2005 as a kitten. He resided in the dementia unit … continue reading…

Posted in working cats | Tagged cat celebrity, cat nose, cat senses, cat's nose, celebrity cat, celebrity cats, scent, working cats | Leave a reply
Scent as a attractant to domestic cat

Video which shows us how important human scent is to domestic cat companions

PoC avatarPosted on March 6, 2020 by Michael BroadMarch 6, 2020

As a cat guardian you can’t underestimate the importance of scent (aka body odour) to the domestic cat. It seems that their world revolves around smell. It is at least the equal of sight to our cats. Cats use scent … continue reading…

Posted in senses | Tagged cat behavior, cat nose, cat scent, cat senses, cat's nose, scent, scent exchange | Leave a reply
Cat in bathroom

Why does my cat scratch at the door to join me in the bathroom when I’m using it? Three reasons.

PoC avatarPosted on October 5, 2018 by Michael BroadOctober 6, 2018

Why does my cat scratch at the door to join me in the bathroom? There are three reasons. Friends The first is an obvious one. Your cat wants to be with you because she likes your company. Not all domestic … continue reading…

Posted in affection | Tagged cat affection, cat behavior, human to cat relationship, scent | 3 Replies
Young cat uses custom built cat scratcher

Encourage your cat to use a scratching post with your scent

PoC avatarPosted on September 26, 2018 by Michael BroadSeptember 27, 2018

Encourage your cat to use a scratching post with your scent Cat owners can rub a used item of their clothing or a wet, used towel on their cat’s scratching post to encourage her to use it. Cats love the … continue reading…

Posted in scratching posts | Tagged cat scratching, cat scratching furniture, catnip, scent, scent exchange | Leave a reply

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