Cats naturally sleep for 12–16 hours a day, and some may sleep even longer depending on their age, activity level, and health. Learn what’s normal, what can affect your cat’s sleeping habits, and when excessive sleep could be a sign that it’s time to speak with your veterinarian.
A cat body condition score helps assess whether a cat is underweight, overweight, or at a healthy size by checking body shape, ribs, waist, and abdominal profile.
Cats may move away during grooming because of overstimulation, discomfort, fear, mats, or sensitive areas. Learn how to make grooming calmer and less stressful.
Regular grooming helps keep your cat’s coat clean, reduces loose fur, and gives you a chance to check for skin or health problems. Learn how to groom your cat safely and comfortably at home.
If a cat has ever licked your hand, you have probably noticed that their tongue does not feel soft. It feels more like fine sandpaper.
Why does your cat splash water out of the bowl? Learn why many cats play with water, what this behavior may mean, and when it could point to a problem with the bowl, water quality, or your cat’s health.
Cats may drag food out of the bowl because of whisker sensitivity, bowl shape, instinct, discomfort, or a preference for eating elsewhere. Learn what this behavior can mean and how to make mealtimes easier and cleaner.
Cats may sit on laptops because they are warm, close to you, and often placed where your attention is focused. Learn what this behavior can mean and how to redirect it without making your cat feel rejected.
Why does your cat bury their poop? Learn why this instinctive behavior is so common, what it says about your cat, and when a change in litter box habits could indicate a health or behavioral issue.
A cat may overgroom because of stress, skin irritation, pain, parasites, or allergies. Learn what to check, how to reduce stress, and when to contact a vet.
