Pet cats on the case: these pets trap human DNA in their fur, allowing for suspect identification
This DNA can remain in their fur for long periods of time.
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Catnip has an extra effect you probably didn’t know about — and it has to do with cats
Catnip can protect cats against pests, but all the mammals typically care about is having fun with the plant.
Cats may actually recognize the names of other feline friends
Did someone say 'Mittens'?
Rainbow collars with bells save birds and mammals from getting killed by house cats
Turns out, dressing your cat like a cute jester saves wildlife.
Why do cats sleep all day?
It's not uncommon for cats to sleep up to 17 hours a day. What do you think they're dreaming about?
Why cats purr — and why there’s more to purring than you think
Scientists are still learning new things about why your furry pet purrs but cats are confusing them with their adorable ...
The gene that gives tabby cats their adorable stripes
Cheetahs and tigers too, most likely.
Pets seem to have benefited from the pandemic overall, and cats may have benefited the most
Well, to be fair, they always land on their feet.
Cats love to sit in boxes. Even in invisible ones
Even if it's an optical illusion, 'if it fits, I sits'.
Scientists have found a way to stop your cat from killing so much wildlife
It might be time to switch your cat's diet -- for everyone's sake.
Cats with round faces and big eyes might be cute, but they could also be in pain
Breeds with exaggerated features may be more vulnerable to health problems.
Pheromones can keep your pets from ‘fighting like cats and dogs’
Soothing pheromones make peace between the two species living in the same household.
Cats can get infected with COVID-19 but don’t seem to pass the virus to humans
There's limited evidence that the cats show symptoms.
Cats are a bit more susceptible to the coronavirus than dogs are, but you shouldn’t be afraid of your pets
If your cat is socially distancing from you recently, it's probably trying to protect you both. Or it just doesn't ...
Think cats are good at keeping rats away? Think again
It's not about the fight, it's about what leads to the fight.
Why do cats knead?
It's a rare moment when kitty feels relaxed and loved. Don't ruin it!
Why cats bring dead animals home to you
You should actually be honored.
Does your cat pick up your accent? These researchers want to find out
As any pet owner will tell you, cats are great at manipulating us.
How pets make you hotter to the opposite sex
A University of Nevada team, led by anthropologist Peter Gray, tested several hypotheses about pets and contemporary courtship or dating ...
Your cat doesn’t see you as a source of security and safety
Adult domestic cats do not view owners as the main provider of security and safety.