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Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Two cats sleeping by a window at home.

Hey, there, dude—isn’t that a little personal?

Naughty cat knocked over a house plant at home.

They clearly feel something after they’re naughty—but what is it?

Scared cat hiding from dog on a desk.

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Woman staring at her small striped kitten on the bed.

Understand your cat’s chatter.

Funny fat cat sitting on the floor at home.

That’s an interesting move...

Woman petting her orange cat in bed.

Are they trying to tell you something with all that noise?

Gray cat pawing woman's hand at home.

Cats paws are cute, but not so much when they’re repeatedly smacking you.

Gray cat running around indoors.

It’s odd, but should it be concerning?

Funny cat trying to sneak a piece of fruit off the kitchen table.

Sometimes it feels like we're living with a little spy.

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Curled up tabby cat sleeping on pillows

A very sleepy kitty isn’t usually a problem, but watch out for these signs of medical distress.

Cute cat sitting outside with tongue sticking out.

Most reasons are harmless, but some are cause for concern.

Young woman hugging her cat

We break down everything you need to know.

Cat looking outside window.

We explore the main reasons why this occurs and what you can do about it.

Woman staring at her orange cat's face.

Studies show this is the best way to bond with your kitty.

Woman hugging cat to her face at home.

They tell you in their own way.

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Cat meowing up at someone outside.

It seems like some cats know how to say “hello.”

Woman holding cat in her arms.

Is your cat ignoring you? Try making your voice a little cuter.

Woman with a large cat on her lap, sleeping.

Ummm, ew.

Two cats staring at each other at home.

Now we get where “copycat” came from.

Cute orange cat laying in someone's clothes in a drawer.

Those are clean clothes, bud, but sure.

A young girl brushing her teeth while her cat watches.

Uh, do you need anything, kitty?

Cat grabbing onto ledge of table and looking to the left

Yes, they are right behind you.

Woman petting her cat's belly.

That’s right—belly rubs are not just for dogs.

Funny gray cat watching someone between a crack in the door.

Sometimes you don’t need guarding—you just need a little privacy.

Sad woman petting her cat on the couch.

Their reactions may surprise (or perplex) you.

Woman trying to hold her cat in a hug.

Don’t despair—it isn’t you.

a red cat stretching on a bed

Sure, it’s curious—but is it also concerning?

Orange cat stretched out and sleeping in bed.

It’s normal, except when it’s loud.

Woman staring at her cat resting on her lap.

Here’s how you can get back in their good graces.

Kitten sitting on a dog's back.