Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Some cats shower their favorite humans with sandpaper kisses. What gives? But some felines don’t just lick themselves: They also ...

Many cat owners know the situation: The cat suddenly licks the hand, arm, or even the face, after having thoroughly groomed itself. But why do cats do this? PETBOOK editor and cat owner Louisa ...

Cats spend as much as 50% of their waking hours licking themselves. But why do cats lick themselves? Licking is instinctual in cats. Cats groom themselves through licking. A mother cat’s first job is ...

Ever notice your cat’s sudden urge to “help” groom you? Cats are clean animals by nature, and grooming is their way of keeping a healthy coat, managing loose hairs, and even bonding with those they ...