Cats bite out of playfulness or to send their owners a message. Buy cat toys to give your cat something else to bite. Praise gentle behavior to lessen your cat's aggression. Cats are the second most ...

Dear Cathy: Why is my cat so mean? I adopted him from a shelter when he was 6 weeks old. Due to illness and age, I had just put down both of my cats (18- and 19-year-olds). As a senior lady living ...

I've never had a cat who had just been separated from her kittens so I have no idea if this is normal behavior or not but here goes: My wife's friend has been fostering a young, mother cat for the ...

From loving nibbles to spontaneous foot attacks, a cat companion can be an excellent way to add a sense of adventure to your household. While every kitty has a knack for dabbling into a nasty mood or ...

Cats are a wonderful addition to any household, with the pets providing warmth, love and a mischievous sense of fun. However, a less welcome trait is when felines attack the humans in their households ...

I read with interest the question that W.G. in St. Albans, N.Y., asked about their female cat that became very aggressive after a petting session. Here is an observation that may or may not be ...

A black cat found near the Rivanna Trail in Charlottesville has tested positive for rabies, according to results received ...

No cat parent wants their kitty to hiss at them. However, it’s a particular natural mode of communication for our feline friends; a way for them to express when they’re uncomfortable, stressed, or ...

When you witness a cat hissing, with its teeth exposed, it looks like an act of aggression. Cats typically hiss when they are faced with a threat—be it an animal or human they consider to be invading ...