Domestic cats don’t understand the reason for doors and dislike them. They are a human invention and in the cat world they would not and should not exist. Domestic cats also do not distinguish between indoors and outdoors. Domestic cats … please continue reading
In my opinion, there are three reasons why cats roll in dirt: To clean their fur Because it feels good (because the ground is uneven and it gently massages their back) To transmit chemical signals – pheromones – onto the … please continue reading
It seems fair to suggest that tigers use facial markings to recognize each other combined with their body scent (odor). In other words, they use appearance and smell to identify neighbors and relatives. This is how humans recognise each other … please continue reading
Your cat might need two litter boxes. Has that ever occurred to you? I have never heard of it but it may be the case that, rarely, a domestic cat may need two litter boxes as some cats have a … please continue reading
This is an interesting example of what can happen to elderly cats. In this instance an 18-year-old male cat who was always affectionate become almost totally deaf and as a consequence he became even more affectionate; excessively so, according to … please continue reading
Female cats are choosy when they select a tomcat to be the father of her kittens. It’s the same with female humans. Tomcats therefore need to advertise their suitability to the females. They probably do this through their pungent urine, … please continue reading
My experiences tell me, with certainty, that domestic cats have a first class long term memory. Isn’t this an indicator that cats are more intelligent than given credit for? Memory is an important factor in intelligence. Reasoning relies on memory. … please continue reading
Do you see your cat scent marking his territory, particularly rubbing cheeks against objects? Wild cats are fastidious about it and, as Dr. Morris says, they will renew their scent markings as the scent fades. It is interesting that cats … please continue reading
There are three things in a bathroom that a cat likes… (a) you (b) your scents and (c) for some cats: water. I’ll deal with the first one last. Despite the endless discussions about how cats dislike water, lots of … please continue reading
