Cats are a conundrum. They want attention, but you better not smother them. They like to play, but will also scratch without warning. Plus, unlike canines, felines don’t take too kindly to commands.

Often, we discuss how much human language cats can understand–but how much of their complex communication system do we understand as pet parents? There are definitely mysteries remaining when it comes ...

Cat owners have long suspected their feline companions understand human speech. While videos abound of cats seemingly talking, scientists suggest cats mimic sounds rather than comprehend meaning.