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Cat behavior

Explore the most common and unusual cat behaviors with clear, science-based explanations. Learn why cats meow at night, stare at walls, scratch windows, follow owners to the bathroom, knead blankets, and show quirky habits every day.

Why Is My Indoor Cat Always Hungry and Begging for Food?

Why Is My Indoor Cat Always Hungry and Begging for Food?

If your indoor cat seems hungry all the time, constantly begging for food, meowing at the bowl, or following you into the kitchen, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common concerns cat...

Why Your Cat Drinks From the Shower Floor

Why Your Cat Drinks From the Shower Floor

Cats can be mysterious creatures, especially when it comes to their drinking habits. Many owners notice that their cat ignores a perfectly clean water bowl but eagerly rushes to lick droplets from the shower floor....

Why Cats Scratch Windows Only at Night

Why Cats Scratch Windows Only at Night

Cats are mysterious, instinct-driven animals, and some of their behaviors seem especially strange to humans. One of the most puzzling habits is when a cat scratches or paws at the windows, but only during the...

Why My Cat Licks My Phone Screen

Why My Cat Licks My Phone Screen

Cats do many quirky things, but few behaviors surprise owners as much as seeing their cat lick a phone screen. Whether your pet gently taps the device with its tongue or enthusiastically polishes the glass,...

Why Your Cat Meows When You Talk on the Phone

Why Your Cat Meows When You Talk on the Phone

If your cat suddenly becomes vocal the moment you answer a phone call, you're not alone. Many cat owners notice their feline becoming extra chatty, demanding or even disruptive whenever they start speaking on the...

Why Cats Meow Only at Night (And How to Stop It)

Why Cats Meow Only at Night (And How to Stop It)

If your cat transforms into a vocal night owl just as you’re trying to sleep, you’re not alone. Many cats become more talkative, restless or demanding during nighttime hours. While nighttime meowing can be frustrating,...

Why Cats Touch Your Face While You Sleep

Why Cats Touch Your Face While You Sleep

Many cat owners wake up to the gentle (or not-so-gentle) tap of a paw on their face. Whether it’s a soft pat, a curious poke, or a full-on paw press to your cheek, this behavior...

Why Cats Paw at Mirrors or Their Own Reflection

Why Cats Paw at Mirrors or Their Own Reflection

Cats do many quirky things, but pawing at mirrors or reacting to their own reflection is one of the most fascinating behaviors for owners to witness. To humans, a mirror is a normal household object...

Why Cats Get Scared of Plastic Bags

Why Cats Get Scared of Plastic Bags

Cats can be brave hunters, confident climbers and fearless explorers — yet many suddenly panic at the sound or sight of a simple plastic bag. If your cat jumps, runs, freezes or fluffs its tail...

Why Cats Hide When Guests Arrive

Why Cats Hide When Guests Arrive

Many cats instantly vanish the moment someone rings the doorbell. One second they’re lounging proudly on the sofa, and the next they’re gone—under the bed, behind the furniture or tucked into their favorite hiding spot....

Why Cats Love Sitting on High Places (The Real Instincts Behind It)

Why Cats Love Sitting on High Places (The Real Instincts Behind It)

If you’ve ever wondered why your cat refuses to stay on the floor and instead chooses the top of the fridge, a wardrobe, a bookshelf or even your shoulders, you’re not alone. Cats have a...

Why Most Cats Hate Water But Some Breeds Love It

Why Most Cats Hate Water But Some Breeds Love It

Most cats avoid water like it`s their worst enemy, yet a handful of breeds will happily splash, swim or even join their owners in the shower. This dramatic difference often surprises new cat owners —...

Signs Your Cat Is Jealous of Your New Pet

Signs Your Cat Is Jealous of Your New Pet

Bringing a new pet home is exciting, but for your existing cat, it can feel like a major disruption. Cats naturally form strong bonds with their environment and the humans they trust, so a new...

Why Your Cat Only Wants Food at Night

Why Your Cat Only Wants Food at Night

If your cat ignores their food all day but suddenly becomes hungry at night, you’re not alone. Many cat owners notice their feline companions become more vocal, demanding and focused on food after the sun...

Why Your Cat Sleeps on Your Clothes

Why Your Cat Sleeps on Your Clothes

Finding your cat curled up on your freshly washed T-shirt or asleep on a pile of laundry is one of the most common — and strangely endearing — feline behaviors. For some cat owners, this...

The Science of Why Cats Do Weird Things (Expert-Based Mega Guide)

The Science of Why Cats Do Weird Things (Expert-Based Mega Guide)

Cats are intelligent, emotional and deeply instinctive animals. Yet even experienced pet owners often find themselves asking, “Why does my cat do that?” From midnight zoomies to staring at walls, chirping at birds, knocking objects...

Why Cats Run Away and How to Prevent It

Why Cats Run Away and How to Prevent It

Cats are curious, intelligent and highly independent animals, but even the most affectionate indoor pet may sometimes try to slip outside or wander farther than expected. When a cat suddenly disappears, it can be alarming...

What to Do if Your Cat Suddenly Runs Away

What to Do if Your Cat Suddenly Runs Away

If your cat suddenly runs out the door, slips through an open window, or escapes during a moment of fear, it can feel frightening and overwhelming. The good news is that most lost cats stay...