Losing a human is deeply confusing for cats, but they don’t understand death the way people do. Animal behavior experts ...

I know that a lot of us pet owners tend to anthropomorphize our animals and think of them as more "human" than they really are, but sometimes I swear that even our pets think of themselves as human.

Q: The other day, I got home from getting my hair dyed and I was watching television and the next thing I know, I hear this ...

There’s an old stereotype about the difference between cats and dogs. Dogs are loving and fiercely loyal, they say, while cats are aloof and indifferent. Most cat people probably disagree – I ...

Have you ever gazed into your cat’s eyes and wondered what they were thinking? Studies of how cats think are notoriously difficult to do because cats, unlike dogs, often decide they aren’t interested ...

Domestic cats may be internet stars loved for their charm and quirky behavior, but their presence outdoors is emerging as a ...

The human brain is a wonderful and complex organ, whose workings are only reluctantly divulging themselves to scientists. George H. W. Bush’s “Decade of the Brain” initiative ended a long 17 years ago ...

The internet is vast, and it feels pretty much infinite. And you know what that means? A never-ending supply of its favorite ...

Cats are adorable — but sometimes, there are some signs your cat has become very, very entitled. Yes, cats are cute, playful, and often make the household more cozy. Seriously, who doesn't like cats?

Thinking about adding another cat to your household? Before you do, consider the real costs, space, time, and stress that ...

I was recently at a Nevada animal shelter where the volunteers want to bathe the cats available for adoption. The idea seemed bizarre to me. I’ve had cats since I began walking, and I can count on two ...