Editor’s Note: The Scratching Post is a column that’s sponsored and written by the staff at NOVA Cat Clinic. It’s that time of year again. You want to go outside and wriggle your toes in the grass.

Cat scratching. It’s as natural to felines as purring or chasing a toy. It’s not misbehavior. It’s an instinct that’s essential for their physical and emotional well-being. But when your sofa arms ...

If you've ever seen TV cat behavioralist Jackson Galaxy at work, you'll know that while we may (well, many of us) love feline company, there's a lot we don't understand about their needs. Now, a new ...