Should you “slow blink” at your cat?

Science says probably! In the time that we have lived together with cats (for the last four to ten thousand years), it’s not surprising that we have developed specialized ways…

Does being orphaned increase stress in kittens?

Our new study says yes. For the past few years, I’ve been working at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where I’m a postdoctoral researcher. One area of focus…

How do you feel about fat cats?

Owner attitudes are related to their own cat’s weight Recent surveys of veterinary professionals indicate that around 60% of cats who come to a veterinary practice are either overweight or…

Cats eating humans redux: a clowder will devour

It was almost a year ago that I reported on a study revealing scavenging patterns of feral cats outside of a forensic investigation station. These stations often research the changes…

Outnumbered

How do the number and size of potential prey affect choices made by cats? Math — we all do it on some level (even if we don’t like to!), including…

Problem-solving and “pawed-ness” in cats – is there a relationship?

Most humans are right-handed (although as someone who lives with a lefty – DEFINITELY not all!); have you ever wondered if your cat also has a paw preference? I’ve previously…