Behaviour & Training

Cats are quite finicky creatures, and it is well known that they like their creature comforts and cleanliness, especially when it comes to their litter tray. We can’t really blame them though, wouldn’t you much rather a clean loo, after all? Cleaning your cat’s litter tray is incredibly important for their well-being and can even help to prevent toileting problems. So, how often should you change cat litter? Once a day? Once a week? Keep reading to find out all you need to know.

Cats may love nothing better than curling up for a snooze in a small box, but they can also like to purr the day away from the top level of a cat tree. Some kittens live comfortably in tiny apartments in urban centres, while others quickly adapt to life in wide, open areas in the countryside. So how much space do cats really need to thrive? The answer depends on the cat’s size, age, activity levels and also the layout of the house. But with proper care, some cats will learn to live happily in almost any space configuration.

The love Egyptians had for their cats is something that’s ingrained throughout history. It’s reflected in their art, culture and traditions and they even worshipped a cat-headed goddess called Bastet, who was the goddess of the home and womanhood. But did you know that the furry friends we know and love today have their ancestry in Ancient Egypt? Over 10,000 years ago, Egyptians used the African Wildcat – a peaceful, solitary wild breed with a sandy or grey coat – to create domestic cats. The ancestors of many of today’s cat breeds can be traced back to Ancient Egypt, although there are now only a few breeds in existence that specifically come from Egypt. Keep reading to learn about Egyptian cat breeds and what makes them so special.

Bengal cats look like they’ve just walked out of a tropical jungle. Their stunning coats which come in either spotted or marble patterns in brown, silver or snow hues make many believe they look like miniature cheetahs or leopards. They also possess incredibly charming personalities and any Bengal owner will tell you that they love nothing better than to curl up for fuss and love from their humans. If you’re lucky enough to be adding one of these wonderous kitties to your home, you’ll need to pick the perfect Bengal cat name that fits their glorious appearance and cheeky personalities. Keep reading for our top 50 names that are sure to fit your pocket-sized wild cat.

Cats often have a reputation for being independent and aloof. So, you might be surprised to notice that your cat is following you everywhere you go. Are they trying to get your attention, or is this just their way of showing you how much they love you? Unfortunately, cats can’t tell us directly why they’re following us, but we’ve been around these furry creatures long enough to come up with a good list of possible explanations. If your cat is following you, here is what might be going on.

Hairless cats have been around for an extremely long time, there’s even evidence of them dating back as far as the Aztec period. And then from the early 2000s, cats with no hair became very popular and many breeders set about developing new breeds, often created with the breed that’s considered to be the original hairless cat – the Sphynx. Hairless cat breeds are truly unique in appearance, but they also tend to be very affectionate and are known to climb under duvets and inside jumpers for warmth. If you’re thinking about bringing a beautifully bald cat into your home, you may be wondering about how to care for them and what breeds currently exist. Read on to find out you all you need to know.

Snow-white fur that’s always soft to touch, big wonderful eyes and cute little meows that greet you every time you get home – having a white cat as a companion is one of life’s biggest joys. Many of these felines come with cool personalities, some of them serene and easy-going, others slightly more rambunctious and fun-loving. So, no matter how you imagine the ideal four-legged family member to be, you’ll find your perfect match in this group of stunning white fluffy cats. Here they come!

With all the dangers of modern urban life, more and more cat owners are opting to keep their felines permanently at home. Providing cats get plenty of opportunities for mental and physical enrichment, most will adapt well to living life as a house cat, but some will be less happy with this arrangement and will stare longingly at the window, begging to be let out.

The question of cats’ eyesight, and how much they can see, has been one that’s fascinated owners and scientists alike. Not only have many of us wondered about their apparently incredible night vision, the question of whether cats can see colour or not has often been discussed with some thinking that cats live an exclusively monochrome existence. But what’s the truth? Are cats' colour blind or can they appreciate a rainbow of hues just like we can?

Cats bring so much joy from the very first moment they walk into our lives. But they also bring with them plenty of bizarre habits and mind-boggling behaviours. We’re still scratching our heads at their intense fear of cucumbers, and we still enjoy inventing theories about cats’ adorable love for cardboard boxes. But when night-time comes, we realise there’s even more to discover about the mysterious feline in the family. As humans and other pets get ready to wind down for the evening, cats are often on their own schedule, roaming around the house looking for cuddles, snacks and mischief to get into. Could this spurt of activity at night mean that cats are nocturnal? And how could this impact our lives with them? Keep reading to learn more about this feline behaviour.

Being a cat owner is an experience that comes with countless adorable moments, but there are a few head-scratching ones too that we are still trying to decipher. In this article, we’re looking at cats and cucumbers and why people shouldn’t get involved with the craze of these online videos. We have plenty of studies – and of course, our own understanding and intuition with regards to our feline friends that help us figure out some of their weird likes and dislikes, such as why cats like to sleep so much or why cats adore boxes. But why are cats scared of cucumbers? If you’ve seen videos of cats scared out of their skin by a humble cucumber, no doubt you’ve got questions. But before we dive into the answers, it’s important to understand how a cat’s fear response works.

Cats are funny balls of fluff and often make us laugh with their mischievous antics, so it’s really not surprising that they’re the source of so many great jokes. We’ve put together a list of our top 30 favourite cat jokes that we think are totally paw-some. Our cats provide us with endless entertainment. Whether they’re running around the house like a lunatic at 3am, smacking our possessions off of counters or just being their fun-loving cheeky selves in general. Cats are hilarious by nature, so it should come as no surprise that there are loads of great cat jokes out there. We’ve put our brains together and come up with the ultimate list of cat jokes which includes everything from witty cat puns to knock-knock jokes. Keep reading for our favourite cat jokes and puns that will have all your friends saying ‘you’ve cat to be kitten me!’