If you live with a cat, you have probably noticed this. You say a normal household word, and your cat suddenly freezes, leaves the room, or looks alert from across the house.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Suzanne Marshall / Moment via Getty Images Cats communicate in a variety of ways, including purrs, meows, and hisses, in addition ...

From chirps to meows to purrs, cats make an amazing range of noises. For the most part, cats meow or growl as a way to communicate with other animals or humans. Whether there's a bird outside the ...

A few weeks ago while house-siting for a friend, Joann Schermerhorn decided to use the time to practice her new sound bath skills. So she spread out her musical instruments — singing bowls, chimes, a ...

Cats may seem low-maintenance, but veterinary experts warn that everyday habits—from feeding routines to lack of mental stimulation—can quietly harm feline health. Here’s what responsible owners need ...

High-pitched sounds may trigger seizures in cats, particularly older felines, a new study says. Although many veterinarians are unaware of this connection, the louder the sound, the more severe the ...

If you've ever owned a cat, you know that there's a wide array of sounds that a feline can make. Some research shows that cats have about 21 different types of vocalizations, while others claim that ...

Researchers found that each cat had a one-of-a-kind purr that stayed mostly the same across situations. Purring often happens during calm moments — for instance, when the cat is being petted or ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Hey Kitty! Yes, you. A new study suggests household cats can respond to the sound of their own names. No surprise to you or most cat owners, right? But Japanese scientists said ...

“A short, high-pitched meow is your cat’s way of saying hello to you,” says Rubin. She adds that several of these meows ...

Sound baths use resonant instruments to calm and energize human listeners. Cats unexpectedly responded to sound baths, showing calm and attentiveness. Heidi Gardner shared the feline reaction online, ...