Cats might walk away mid-cuddle or refuse to come when called—unless you say the magic word: “pspsps.” It’s a silly sound, but cat owners swear by it. And while it might seem like an internet joke, ...

It’s the feline equivalent of Kryptonite — and no, we’re not talking about catnip. We’re talking about the odd, high-pitched noise of “pspspsps.” If a human dares whisper this strange sound, a cat is ...

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 ...

If you peaked in high school, you know the feeling: the sounds of your school bell, the smell of the cafeteria meatloaf, the touch of the dodgeball against the back of your neck. These are sensory ...

Previous research has shown that dogs respond to pet-directed speech, but there's less research on cats' responses. Roy Bjrge / 500px via Getty Images Using “baby talk” could effectively grab your cat ...