Closer looks at cat behavior
Look at everyday behavior, then make practical choices for life with your cat.
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Stray cats, TNR and coexistence: what the evidence supports
A research review of life for stray cats, the benefits and limits of trap–neuter–return, and shared responsibilities for cat welfare, wildlife and community health.
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Do cats have personalities? What research can tell us
What feline personality research measures, where PurrJung fits, and how to observe your own cat without rushing to a label.
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Why does my cat follow me everywhere?
When your cat follows you from room to room, notice whether it wants company, expects a familiar routine, or has a new need.
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Why does my cat seem to ignore me?
An ear turn can be a response too. Learn to notice small signals and make contact an invitation.
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Cat zoomies: when the hallway becomes a racetrack
Observe bursts of activity, make play safer, and notice when running is a change from your cat's usual pattern.
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Introvert vs extrovert cats: what to observe
Is your cat outgoing or more reserved? Compare everyday social behavior, respect their choice of distance, and notice changes over time.
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Why do cats knock things off tables?
Turn a precarious pen into an observation about play, surroundings, and learned attention.
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Orange cats: enjoy the joke, meet the individual
Orange is a coat color, not a personality score. A practical way to look beyond the familiar internet stereotype.
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Introducing two cats, one calm step at a time
Separate resources, gradual introductions, and permission to slow down: a starting point for a shared home.
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Black cats: beyond the myths
A black coat does not reveal a cat's temperament. Look at how the cat plays, rests, and approaches people.
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Kitten personality development: what can change
How does a kitten’s personality develop? Learn what to observe, how to introduce gentle experiences, and why early behavior is not a permanent label.
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16 everyday questions. Skip anything you have not seen yet; your result is a snapshot of your observations.
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