New research found that cats greet men and women differently, revealing how felines adapt their communication to the humans ...

Whenever my cat meows incessantly in my direction despite my attempts to play with him, I so wish I could just speak meow to figure out what he really wants. (Though I'd place my bets on it being ...

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Cat meowing is a natural form of communication, but sometimes, it can become excessive and concerning. If your cat is vocalizing more than usual, it’s important to understand the reasons behind this ...

To say hello. A meow from a cat is often just a simple greeting. To make a bid for attention. Cats are social creatures and they can use meows to solicit attention. This may be a request for pets, ...

When your cat meows, it might sound like a simple noise, but in reality, it’s a complex form of communication. Cats don’t meow at other cats—this vocalization is specifically reserved for humans. Over ...

It's time for you and your cat to have a real conversation Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013, covering pets, animal rescue and wildlife. If you’re ...

Anyone who’s lived with a cat knows that there’s no “one-size-fits-all” meow. Rather, a cat has a diverse meow-cabulary, with different sounds used in different situations. Other animals have similar ...

Cats meow to communicate with you. Different noises can indicate a variety of needs and wants. Some cats meow more than others. Elderly cats may do this because of cognitive dysfunction. You can try ...