When you witness a cat hissing, with its teeth exposed, it looks like an act of aggression. Cats typically hiss when they are faced with a threat—be it an animal or human they consider to be invading ...

No cat parent wants their kitty to hiss at them. However, it’s a particular natural mode of communication for our feline friends; a way for them to express when they’re uncomfortable, stressed, or ...

From chirps to meows to purrs, cats make an amazing range of noises. For the most part, cats meow or growl as a way to communicate with other animals or humans. Whether there's a bird outside the ...

Cat hissing is a natural warning signal, not aggression, stemming from fear, stress, or discomfort. Understanding this defensive communication, often accompanied by specific body language, allows ...

“A short, high-pitched meow is your cat’s way of saying hello to you,” says Rubin. She adds that several of these meows strung together could mean “I’m so happy to see you!” or even “Hey, let’s play!” ...

Do you know the signs of an aggressive cat? If not, it's worth being aware of them. While we all hope we won't find ourselves on the other end of our cat's aggression, even typically friendly cats may ...

Dear Dr. Fox: My 16-year-old cat has understandably slowed down and sleeps a lot, but otherwise seems fine. However, beginning a couple of months ago, every week or so he will make a hissing sound ...

Q: Why does my cat growl and hiss while playing with his toys? A: Oh my word, I had one who used to do that too. It actually made me laugh. I'm guessing that in the wild, when a cat would catch his ...