Regina, author

Some cats seem to have a built-in motor. They purr when you pet them, when they curl up on the sofa, and sometimes for no obvious reason at all. Then there are cats that barely make a sound. If your cat almost never purrs, you may eventually start wondering: Why does my cat not purr? … Read more

Some cats seem to have a tiny engine inside them. You sit next to your cat and hear a soft little purr. Then you start petting it, and suddenly the sound gets much louder. Sometimes you can even feel the vibration through your hand. It can make you wonder: Why does my cat purr so … Read more

There is something almost impossible to ignore about a cat that seems to be purring all the time. You sit beside your cat, and it starts purring. You pet it, and the purring gets louder. Your cat settles down for a nap, and there it is again. At some point, you may start wondering: Why … Read more

There is something about a cat meowing at 3 a.m. that makes the sound seem much louder than it would during the day. The house is quiet, everyone is supposed to be sleeping, and suddenly your cat decides it is the perfect time to start a conversation. If this happens to you, you may have … Read more

There is something strangely comforting about waking up and realizing your cat has decided that your chest is the perfect place to sleep. You may start the night alone, only to find a warm little body curled up on you a few hours later. It can be adorable, but it can also make you wonder: … Read more

Have you ever been lying down, finally comfortable, when your cat suddenly climbs onto you and starts pushing their little paws against your stomach? One paw. Then the other. Over and over again. Maybe your cat settles into the perfect position, starts purring, and looks completely relaxed while kneading you as if your stomach were … Read more

Have you ever sat down with your cat and noticed that familiar little sound begin almost immediately? Your cat settles beside you, closes their eyes, and starts to purr while you gently stroke their head. Maybe they stretch out on the sofa, curl up on your lap, or simply lean against your leg. It is … Read more

You are sitting comfortably on the couch when your cat climbs onto your lap. They turn around a few times, settle in, and then start pressing their front paws into your legs. One paw goes down. Then the other. Again and again. Sometimes the claws come out, too. If your cat does this, you may … Read more

You are sitting with your cat, gently stroking their head. They are relaxed, maybe even purring, and everything seems perfectly peaceful. Then suddenly, you feel a tiny pinch. Your cat has gently bitten your hand. It does not really hurt. They do not seem angry. A moment later, they may even continue sitting beside you … Read more

You finally get comfortable in bed, pull the blanket up, and settle in for the night. A few minutes later, your cat walks over, circles once, and climbs directly onto you. Maybe they curl up on your chest. Maybe they stretch across your stomach or legs. Sometimes they even choose you when there are several … Read more