If you’re a cat parent, you’ve likely watched your furry friend knock things off shelves, zoom through the house at 2 a.m., or stare at you like you’re the crazy one. But guess what? Science might ...

Petting your cat triggers brain activity linked to trust, relaxation, and bonding. Experts explain how touch shapes feline ...

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Calling all cat people: This one’s for you. Despite humans’ long history of welcoming felines into their homes and delis, research on cats lags far behind research on dogs. Now, scientists behind the ...

For as standard a part of cat ownership as it is, scientists don't really know all that much about cats' purrs. But a new study reveals a lot more about this odd cat habit, and it turns out there's ...