Meet NorthJersey.com's adoptable pets of the week for Nov. 1! Each week, NorthJersey.com would like to highlight adoptable animals from local shelters and rescues. If you foster, work at, or volunteer ...

A kitten unable to meow has made a big impression on viewers on social media. Meowing is an ordinary tool of communication for felines, and all cats meow to some extent, with some using their vocal ...

Once you’ve lived with a cat long enough, you might find yourself talking to it. Your cat meows at you and you’ll say something back — or even meow in response. This is a common exchange — for humans.

A study suggests that humans often misinterpret a pet’s signals; even purring doesn’t guarantee a contented cat. By Anthony Ham What is the meaning of a cat’s meow that grows louder and louder? Or ...

Legend has it that British Shorthair cats date back to the first century AD when the Romans relied on them for pest control in their camps. If this is to be believed, the British Shorthair cat is one ...

Is your cat saying “feed me!” or “I love you?” A new AI-powered app promises to demystify what your feline is saying. Cats only meow with people—but it can be hard to know what they're trying to say.

Not many cats enjoy slipping on a harness and hitting the trails, but this adventure-loving feline is certainly the exception. A striking cat that looks like it’s just wandered out of the jungle, ...

Often, we discuss how much human language cats can understand–but how much of their complex communication system do we understand as pet parents? There are definitely mysteries remaining when it comes ...

The sweet cat is constantly left disappointed when folks pass her by. Screen grab from Pennsylvania SPCA Facebook page A people-loving cat is being highlighted by a Pennsylvania shelter thanks to ...