Thriving Cats

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10 Signs Your Cat Is Building a Life Around You

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever caught your cat gazing at you with those mysterious, soulful eyes and wondered, “Am I just a ...

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10 Things Cats Notice About You That Build Trust

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever locked eyes with your cat and wondered, “What are you thinking about me?” It’s no secret that ...

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How to Offer Emotional Security Without Hovering

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever watched your cat curl up in a corner, eyes wide and tail flicking, and wondered, “Am I ...

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Why Cats Offer Quiet Devotion Instead of Loud Affection

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever wondered why your cat doesn’t greet you with wild tail wags or noisy displays of joy, like ...

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How to Recognize When a Cat Has Found Their Place

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever watched a cat curl up in a sunny spot and felt a wave of peace wash over ...

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Why Cats Love Homes With Emotional Boundaries

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever wondered why your cat sometimes seeks out a quiet corner, or why she seems to thrive in ...

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Why Do Cats Bring Their Owners “Gifts” of Dead Prey?

Bolarinwa Oladeji

Cats have been sharing their lives with humans for thousands of years. Their mysterious behaviors, such as bringing “gifts” of ...

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How to Know If Your Cat Is Picking Up on Your Mood

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever felt like your cat knows exactly when you’re feeling down, anxious, or overjoyed? It might sound like ...

A man sits comfortably holding a Bengal cat while his pregnant partner stands close, creating a cozy indoor scene.

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Checking on You Throughout the Day

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever felt a pair of mysterious eyes watching you as you work, cook, or even relax at home? ...

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Why Cats Are More Independent Than Dogs

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Cats and dogs have widely diverging evolutionary paths that have shaped their behaviors and levels of independence. Cats belonged to ...