Every behavior guide on PurrQuery, written from published veterinary sources, with those sources named.
Much of the cat behavior that looks strange has a simple reason, and knowing it makes it easier to tell the normal from the worrying. Why Do Cats Knead? explains where kneading comes from and what it means when a cat does it to you, to a blanket, at night or with claws out.
Behavior and health overlap, so a sudden change is worth noticing. The health guides cover the signs that a change is more than a habit, beginning with how to tell if your cat is sick, and Why Do Cats Purr? explains why the same sound can mean contentment or pain.
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Kneading, or making biscuits, is a comfort behavior cats keep from kittenhood. What it means when they knead you, a blanket, at night, or with claws out.
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Cats rub against you to mark you with scent, greet you, bond and ask for food. Learn what each rub means, why cats target your legs, and when to worry.
Cats purr when happy, hungry, stressed, hurt or giving birth. Learn how purring works, what each purr means, and when a purring cat needs a vet.
Slow blinks, a tail held high, kneading and purring are signs of a happy cat. Learn 15 science-backed signs, the warning signs, and how to help your cat.
Cats rub against you to mark you with scent, greet you, bond and ask for food. Learn what each rub means, why cats target your legs, and when to worry.
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