A: Man, those things are odd, aren't they? Basically, those things on a cat's tongue are backwards-facing spines that are ...

What does a cat’s purring say about it? More than many think. A study reveals surprising insights into the vocal ...

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 ...

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 ...

An outdoor cat's reaction to experiencing the warmth and comfort of a bed during winter has tugged at the heartstrings of viewers online. The feline's content purrs were captured by the person who ...

Since November, the Field Museum of Natural History has been hosting an exhibit all about cats of all kinds — domestic and wild, cuddly and ferocious. The last CBS News Chicago headline to come out of ...