Infographic on the reasons why cats scratch armchairs
This is a hugely debated topic on the internet and has been for years so nothing new here except this is a free-to-use infographic covering the main points. For me the last point in...
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24 facts on problems with multi-cat households and some solutions
People make the mistake that two cats will automatically be company for each other. They might sometimes but often they don’t become friends. In the worst-case scenario, it may be necessary to rehome one...
Infographic on cats ‘sharpening their claws’ (scratching)
This is an infographic on a form of feline behaviour which is extensively discussed online and extensively carried out by cats! Cat scratching to ‘sharpen their claws’ is the cause of much consternation among...
15 facts on cat bunting
Here are 15 facts about cat bunting. It isn’t only cats who employ this form of behaviour. Bunting is sometimes described as head-butting. Bunting is a form of scent communication (communicating through smell which...
Why do cats roll in dirt? 3 reasons.
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...
In cat detectivism the blacklight is your best friend
Cat detectivism is a phrase coined by Jackson Galaxy to describe figuring out what is behind cat behavior problems such as peeing in the wrong place. You have to approach it in a business-like...
Social organisation of the snow leopard
This page on the social organisation of the snow leopard is divided into two sections: Home ranges Communication Home Ranges It is thought that snow leopards are solitary except when mating and when a...
Do bobcats mark their territory? Yes, somewhat like domestic cats.
Yes, according to several sources. Bobcats have home ranges which are well-defined. They are not used by other cats of the same sex. Sometimes they overlap but the common areas are not used simultaneously....
Cat paw prints – clipart, photos, info.
A search for cat paw prints can mean one of two things: a search for clip art of paw prints and/or a cat’s tracks left in sand, earth or snow and sometimes rock! Consequently,...
Difference between cat scratching for body maintenance and scratching for marking territory
As this is a very specific question, the answer will be by necessity short. The clue comes from the position of the scratch marks. As you know cats mark territory with urine spraying and...
Why do snow leopards have enlarged nasal cavities?
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...
Do female cats spray?
Yes, female cats spray urine. To be clear, spraying urine is not the same as urinating to remove a waste product. You probably know that but it’s got to be stated for complete charity....
Cat tail quivering when spraying urine to mark territory
This is a very specific post about a feline behaviour which you may have noticed. When cats spray urine to mark territory as a calling card they back up to a vertical object such...
Why do cats bunt you?
An alternative and a further question on the same or similar topic might be, “Why do domestic cats head-butt each other?” I believe that if you can regard the scent (pheromones) of a domestic...
10 basic rules to become a good cat owner
Here are 10 basic rules to help you to become a better cat owner (caregiver). They start with a desire to better understand the domestic cat and through understanding you can provide for their...
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