Understand Your Cat

Expert advice and top tips on how better to understand your cats behaviour. 

Why does my cat hate the local stray?
Some cats are very keen to make friends with other cats, and some are more independent and aloof.
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Help! My cat is licking ash out of the fireplace!
Has your cat developed a strange habit? There can be all sorts of reasons behind a cat's behaviour, our expert explains.
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Why does my cat lick me?
Ever wondered why your cat licks you? Is your cat just licking you to show you affection? Behaviourist Jon Bowen…
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Why is my cat hissing at my other cat?
When cats go to the vets, they can pick up scents from other cats or the hands of the staff, says behaviourist Jon…
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Why does my cat carry her toys around?
Some female cats will keep collections of toys that they regularly move around as if shifting a litter of kittens.
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Our dog is making our cat stressed!
Over grooming can be caused by any changes to a cats life, including the stress of a new unwanted canine friend...
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My cat is traumatizing my new cat!
With her cats at loggerheads, Wendy Hunter turned to behaviourist Peter Neville to help restore the peace.
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How often should I play with my cat?
Even cats that aren't keen on being picked up or stroked will often remain playful with their owners.
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Why won't my cat spend time with me?
Do you ever get the feeling your cat doesn't want to spend time with you? Behaviourist Jon Bowen explains...
Understand Your Cat