How cats and dogs affect the climate -- and what you can do about it

The environmental pawprint of pets is huge – and it’s mostly down to what we feed them.

Peter Alexander, Senior Lecturer in Global Food Security, The University of Edinburgh • conversation
June 5, 2023 • ~8 min

Thinking of getting a second cat? Here's how to make sure your first pet doesn't feel threatened

Your cat may not be as excited about a new arrival as you are. Gradual and controlled introductions will help your cat take to an unfamiliar animal.

Jenna Kiddie, Visiting Research Fellow in Animal Behaviour, University of Cumbria • conversation
March 3, 2023 • ~6 min

How to tell when cats are fighting or just playing: six important clues to watch out for

Cat owners need to know the right moment to step in. Here’s how to tell.

Ineke van Herwijnen, Assistant Professor, Animals in Science and Society, Utrecht University • conversation
Feb. 3, 2023 • ~6 min

Holiday foods can be toxic to pets – a veterinarian explains which, and what to do if Rover or Kitty eats them

Keeping human foods away from pets is one way to avoid emergency veterinary hospital runs during Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or New Year’s.

Leticia Fanucchi, Clinical Assistant Professor of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Oklahoma State University • conversation
Dec. 16, 2022 • ~8 min

Switch to farming led to the first domestication of cats

A new study finds that humans' switching to agriculture was the catalyst that sparked the world's first domestication of cats.

Brian Consiglio-Missouri • futurity
Dec. 5, 2022 • ~7 min

Switch to farming led to the first domestication of cats

A new study finds that humans' switching to agriculture was the catalyst that sparked the world's first domestication of cats.

Brian Consiglio-Missouri • futurity
Dec. 5, 2022 • ~7 min

Personality shapes interest in stress relief events with cats

Cats are often left out of animal visitation events aimed at reducing stress, but researchers say the right people could really benefit.

Scott Weybright-Washington State • futurity
Oct. 25, 2022 • ~6 min

Why you should train your cat – and how to do it

Plus how to train your cat to settle in its carrier in five easy steps.

Lauren Finka, Visiting Research Fellow, Animal Behaviour and Welfare, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Oct. 7, 2022 • ~7 min

Four ways to tell if your cat loves you – based on science

Science has some clues about whether or not your cat feels more than cupboard love for you.

Emily Blackwell, Senior Lecturer in Animal Behaviour and Welfare, University of Bristol • conversation
Sept. 6, 2022 • ~6 min

Polish Institute Says Cats Are ‘Alien Invasive Species’
VOA Learning English • voa
July 29, 2022 • ~5 min

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