I would love some opinions on whether you think cats understand when we tell them we're mad at them or act mad at them or hiss at them!

It's an easy call with dogs. Of course they read you and you read them but cats?

Love to hear your thoughts!

Right now I'm really mad at my cat. Freaking out yet again when I'm just trying to tend to her every last wish LOL

The concept of cat slapping anything because they don't understand it

my girl Halle crying for attention or pets or something, she turns 6 months old on the 18th and is getting fixed so maybe going into heat Im not really sure but she was cute doing it lol

How come my cat is always so energetic!! He is always playing and making noises when I’m sleeping!

My 2 year old cats (Ginger/White M & Calico F - short haired - siblings) use the same litter box, I can’t seem to add a pic but the litter box is enclosed with an open at the top and at the side.
They are constantly pushing ALL of their litter to the back of the box and it’s wasting so much litter. Is there anyway I can stop this? No matter how little or how much litter I put in, all the litter goes straight to the back of the box, clumps up and then they will constantly scratch for AGES at the bottom of the litter box like they are trying to cover their business? If anybody has any advice please let me know.

I previous only had an elderly ginger/white F cat who wouldn’t cover her own litter, so I’m worried my younger cats have learnt her shitty behaviour?

I (19F) have a 17 year old cat that I’ve been caring for since I was 9 since my parents neglected him and threatened to send him back to the shelter.

In the past 5/6 years he’s developed hyperthyroidism, a habit of ripping out his fur, and dental problems I could not afford. Unfortunately, I wasn’t given much help from my family since my mom is under disability and my dad would see the additional expenses for an old cat pointless. While I was able to work since 16, I’ve provided for all his vet and other related needs until I had to leave for college, where he was under my mother’s care since he was originally her cat but she got too busy raising kids so he was shoved in a room and ignored unless to be fed.

I recently came home from college a few weeks ago. I feel it may also be important to note due to personal circumstances I’ve also got an ESA for my own health supported by my therapist and campus. (The reason I could not bring my other cat was due to a mix of his constant screaming, most likely due to thyroid related issues and his age, making it hard for me to feel it was right to take a cat who HATES car rides to come an hour and half away with me to a place he’s never been to. And since he’s developed really bad arthritis he cannot jump, and there’s limited space for him to truly get around.) I had to of course, bring my ESA back home and has since kept them separated in rooms they don’t have access to each other. They have smelled each other under the door and seen a peek through the door when opened but no direct contact.

I do worry this may have contributed a bit to his decline… since I’ve returned my mom has sworn up and down that he was fine before I came home which leaves me with a tinge of guilt, especially when he hasn’t been eating, meaning he also hasn’t gotten his medication. I’ve also tried pilling him with his pain medication, but unfortunately I was ignorant and was unable to flush the pill down with water, only having a churu treat to compensate.

Apologies for the rant, but overall he has been declining in the sense he cannot properly eat anymore. He drools, his teeth are constantly grinding when eating wet and even liquid treats. He just looks so miserable… and even when medicated he struggles to get around and I’m very worried about his quality of life. I am taking him to the vet later today but I wanted to get this off my chest first.

I’m not sure if I’m being cruel or in my right to consider euthanasia given his lack of ability to eat soft foods and probably unaddressed health issues. Especially given the fact his vets are very hesitant to do any form of sedation due to his heart. He unfortunately hasn’t been able to get blood work in the past 8 months due to it being $300, and even now I do not have the funds to cover senior bloodwork. I feel horrible for seeming like I just want him gone out of inconvenience but I know I do not have the means to provide the $600-$900 dental in my area, especially knowing the waitlist for it. A part of me cannot see how it would truly improve his quality of life and I just want the vet to examine him.

A small silver lining, he is eating food, as long as there is no medication in it that is. He wants to eat but is physically unable to comfortably. He’ll still get around, although by limping or uncomfortable wide stance of his back feet to keep him upright. I feel awful to know he is suffering and as much as I don’t want to lose him I also understand and wish for him to not be in any unnecessary pain.

I’m not sure if anyone else has similar experiences, but I feel rather alone and a part of me feels like I’m considering the wrong thing given that he still wants to eat.

Am I a loser? If I talk to my cat, like literally all day.

I’m trying to validate something here.

Do you think your cat would actually interact with a simple screen game, something like a moving mouse or a laser dot?

And if you have other pets, do you think any of them would enjoy it too? Maybe dogs?

Never entered my mind before. Does anyone know? Hey AI... Do cats chase fireflies... And make me a video to prove it. Pronto

i recently got a kitten about a month ago. I live with my parents and two siblings. My parents are still a little bit scared of cats and don’t really play with her as often. My siblings are both most likely moving out soon and I’m a student so when school starts, 80% of my time will be spent outside. There will always be someone at home, they just might not play with her. I’m wondering if you think she will still be happy at our home and if we should keep her. I don’t want her to feel lonely or neglected. She only spends nights with me, the rest of the family doesn’t want her to sleep with them and I would say I prob spend the most time playing with her. Do you think she’ll be happy in our home?

A cat is a small, furry mammal that is commonly kept as a pet. The domestic cat is scientifically known as Felis catus. Some facts about cats: They are carnivores, meaning they eat meat. They have excellent night vision and very sensitive hearing. Their whiskers help them sense spaces and nearby objects. They communicate by meowing, purring, hissing, and body language. Cats are known for being agile, curious, and spending many hours sleeping—often 12–16 hours a day.