Category: CatSci Blog

  • CatSci Ep. 3: Cat Relationships, Human-Cat and Cat-Cat

    Did you know that cats can lead rich social lives? Join us for our next episode where we discuss the social relationships cats have with people and other cats. If you enjoy the episode remember to subscribe to us on YouTube. Listen to the full episode below!

  • Testing Cat-Human Attachment Bonds

    A very cool video that puts our recent research on cat-human attachment bonds to the test!

  • CatSci Ep. 2: Everyday Enrichment, Spice Up Your Cat’s Life

    Providing enrichment allows your cat to behave like a cat. Join us for our next episode where we discuss easy ways to provide enrichment to your cat in order to stimulate their mind and increase their wellbeing. If you enjoy the episode remember to subscribe to us on YouTube. Listen to the full episode below!

  • Attachment bonds between domestic cats and humans

    Our research on cat-human attachment bonds was recently published in Current Biology. We found that cats display distinct attachment styles toward their owners. These styles are the same styles that human infants and dogs display toward their caregivers. As seen in this video, secure cats use their owner as a source of security and comfort…

  • CatSci Podcast Ep. 1: Are cats social? Should you train them?

    Did you know cats can live alone or in social groups? Or that training can help improve communication between you and your cat? Join us for our first episode where we discuss these questions and more! If you enjoy the episode remember to subscribe to us on YouTube. Listen to the full episode here!