Thriving Cats

How to Make a Cat Feel in Control While Building a Bond

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever felt ignored by your own cat, no matter how much you try to show affection? If you ...

10 Ways to Be the One Constant in a Cat’s Unpredictable World

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever watched your cat dart across the living room for no apparent reason, or stare intently at a ...

A domestic cat with fluffy fur lounges on a city sidewalk in soft evening light.

How to Reassure a Cat Without Overwhelming Them

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever watched your cat freeze in fear at the sound of thunder or dart under the bed when ...

A fluffy tabby cat with piercing eyes resting indoors, showcasing its beautiful coat and whiskers.

What It Means When Your Cat Starts Seeking Eye Contact

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Has your cat ever locked eyes with you and held your gaze a little longer than usual? That moment can ...

A humorous moment with a black and white cat yawning on a cushion in a modern home setting.

10 Signs Your Cat Is Creating an Emotional Routine With You

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Cats have a reputation for being mysterious and independent, but beneath their cool exteriors, many are quietly weaving deep emotional ...

Tabby cat sit under chair

How to Keep Your Cat Active and Engaged Indoors

Abdul Qadeer

Cats, though often perceived as solitary and independent, require mental stimulation and physical exercise to maintain their health and happiness. ...

A cute gray cat playfully biting a woman's hand outdoors, showcasing playful pet interactions.

How to Help a Cat Feel Emotionally in Control

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Imagine your cat hiding under the bed, ears back, tail wrapped tight—a little bundle of nerves in a big, unpredictable ...

Cute calico cat resting comfortably on a soft blanket indoors, showcasing its fluffy fur in natural light.

10 Signs Your Cat Is Trying to Reconnect in Their Own Way

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever caught your cat staring at you with those wide, mysterious eyes and wondered, “Are they trying to ...

A woman enjoys reading on her balcony with a white cat and a glass of juice.

Why Cats Stay Nearby When They Sense You’re Stressed

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

Have you ever noticed your cat quietly slipping into the room when you’re upset or sitting beside you during tough ...

A young boy in a camouflage shirt lovingly cuddles a cat near a green doorway indoors.

What It Means When Your Cat Sits With Their Back to You

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Have you ever felt a little offended when your cat plopped down, turned away, and sat with their back to ...