Cat Behavior

The term "catification" is meant to describe the process of creating an environment that enriches your cat and fulfills instinctual needs to climb, hunt, and "own" their territory.

This week we will be learning good habits to help track the overall health of our cats and how to keep your cat healthy. By learning what is normal for your cat you will be able to identify when something is abnormal.

How should I play with my cat? Playing is an important aspect of every cat's life. It helps them learn and maintain their health and overall well-being.

Hand in paw, through thick and thin, your cat and you have been standing together through it all. Here is what you need to know about your senior cats.

If you're looking for an energetic cat that will bring tons of laughter and spark into your home, here are the top 10 most playful cat breeds of all time!

What would you do if some dark night, your beloved cat failed to come home? This truly is a cat parent’s worst nightmare. Some cats are prone to wander and might be alright, but should your cat go missing, having a clear, secure ID tag can help ensure their safe return. In honor of National Pet ID Week, we thought we would shine some light on how ID tags can keep your cat safe should they wander away, become disoriented and lost, or get picked up by a well-intentioned neighbor.

We’re so excited to share that the latest results from the Basepaws Feline Health History Questionnaire are in! For the past two years, amazing pet parents like you in our customer and/or citizen science research community have filled out this questionnaire to help us learn about your furry family members’ physical appearance, health, eating habits, behaviors, and more.

Kitchen and bathroom counters are among the favorite high places where our fabulous felines like to spend time. But why is it that cats like to climb and perch up high? We'll explain where your kitty's motivation comes from, and how to provide them with positive reinforcement that redirects their interest away from your kitchen counters to other places that provide them with the safety, vantage point, and enrichment they crave.