Cats are extraordinarily fastidious creatures. Outdoors they tend to urinate and defecate in relatively open and previously unused areas. Unless they are "marking"-deliberately depositing the scent of their urine or feces as a chemical "aut ... more »

How much does feline fatherhood factor into kitty's character? As most of us already know, the domesticated feline we know and love today is a close relative of the big cats, such as lions. But fatherhood in the wild is quite different from fatherhood ... more »

A common misconception about cats is that they'll eventually shred everything in your home. Nothing's off-limits -- sofas, tables, woodworking, carpeting and even your draperies. But the reality behind felines and their "destructive" clawing isn ... more »

The key to keeping your cat off the kitchen counters is to make them undesirable places. If your cat has already discovered that there are sometimes tasty food treats on your counters, it will take some retraining to convince him that it's not worth ... more »

This behavior is fun to teach your cat because it is easy and can be used in a variety of ways. Once your cat knows how to touch a specific prop on command, you can teach him to pick a specific toy, use the TV remote or even play the piano. The goal is ... more »

It may have seemed somewhat cute when your kitten, Tiger, first learned to meow to let you know he was hungry. But it didn't take long for Tiger's vocalizing to get old. Lately Tiger's been meowing every morning to get you out of bed, crying when you leav ... more »

The social behavior of cats is wonderful in its complexity. By carefully listening and watching the nuances of your pet's communication, you can learn more about her moods and needs, and perhaps uncover a talent for interspecies conversation. Feline Sp ... more »

Cats almost always prefer to stay at home in their own territory, even when you are away. Still, sometimes you just have to take kitty along. Here are some tips to help make flying less stressful for both of you. Discuss your pet's trip with the airli ... more »

Adding another cat to the household requires a serious amount of patience and compassion. After all, we're asking a lot of our feline buddies when they are forced to share their space -- and their humans -- with a totally unfamiliar pussycat. And consider ... more »