Members of the faculty answer questions from readers about the behaviour of cats, and occasionally about their own. The archive is listed below, newest first.
Why does my cat wake me at 3 a.m.?
Professor Midnight on the small hours, and how to survive them.
Why does my cat follow me into the bathroom?
Professor Boxington on the appeal of the smallest room in the house.
Why does my cat sleep on my head?
Professor Patchwell on warmth, security and the pillow.
Why does my cat cry at the closed bathroom door?
Dr. McDoor on why cats object to closed doors.
Why does my cat lick me?
The Chancellor on social grooming, and what it means when you are the one being groomed.
Why does my cat take my seat as soon as i stand up?
Dr. McDoor on warmth, scent and the seat you just left.
Why does my cat attack my feet under the covers?
Dr. Laserwick on hunting instinct, moving feet and how to redirect it.
Why does my cat wake me by patting my face?
Professor Midnight on the early-morning paw, and how to sleep in.
Why does my cat bite me while purring?
Dr. McDoor on what happens between the purr and the bite.
Why does my cat stare at me while i eat?
Professor Mittens-Vex on curiosity, begging and the falling fork.
Why does my cat ignore the expensive bed?
Professor Boxington on why the box wins.
Why does my cat eat grass and then throw up?
Professor Patchwell on grass, and what happens afterwards.
Ask your own question
Write to staff@gnarp.eu.cc with the subject “Ask a Professor.” Please allow several naps for a reply. Questions about doors are especially welcome. For general cat questions, see Common questions.