Cats have purred beside humans for thousands of years, yet the reasons behind this soothing sound remain mysterious. A new study from Kyoto University may have uncovered part of the answer: a gene ...

Our enigmatic little furry friends may have just given up one of their secrets, as scientists think they have discovered the gene which underpins purring in cats. Cats are believed to purr for various ...

Whether you are lucky enough to have a cat companion or must merely live this experience vicariously through cat videos, Felis catus is a familiar and comforting presence in our daily lives. Unlike ...