No cat parent wants their kitty to hiss at them. However, it’s a particular natural mode of communication for our feline friends; a way for them to express when they’re uncomfortable, stressed, or ...

Cat hissing is a natural warning signal, not aggression, stemming from fear, stress, or discomfort. Understanding this defensive communication, often accompanied by specific body language, allows ...

If your cat has suddenly started hissing, you’re probably wondering what’s going on. One moment they’re curled up in your lap, the next they seem angry. While it might feel personal, hissing isn’t ...

Cats communicate in a variety of ways, including purrs, meows, and hisses, in addition to body language. When your feline friend makes a strange cat sound, it could be a means of communicating with ...

Dear Cathy: The stray < tabby that showed up at our door some 10 years ago (he was 6 months old at the time) has been well cared for, gotten all his shots and made annual visits with the vet. All in ...

DEAR LOGAN: Great question – and it’s definitely not because they’re happy. Hissing is a way for felines to express fear, especially when they are startled. Other signs of showing fear are flattened ...

A sudden hiss from your cat can be startling. One moment, your pet seems calm; the next, it pulls back, opens its mouth, and produces that sharp, snake-like sound. Many owners see this reaction as ...