Cats are the ultimate “clean freaks” of the animal kingdom. They come equipped with a sandpaper-like tongue meant to ensure that every inch of their luxurious fur remains spotless. The drive to groom ...

A look at cat tongues helps explain why the animals' grooming is so effective. This story is from Inside Science. New insights into how cats clean their fur with scores of tiny scoops on their tongues ...

Have you ever noticed that your cat routinely primps more than a teenager before a big prom date? Why all the fuss about the fur? Instinctively cats know that a healthy coat of fur helps keep them hot ...

These warnings may appear when a cat senses its life is nearing the end. Understanding these subtle signs helps owners ...

Susan Hazel is on the Dog & Cat Management Board of South Australia. Have you ever been licked by a cat? If so you’ll know the feline tongue feels more like sandpaper than satin. A cat’s tongue is ...