Can cats play fetch? It’s one of the most popular games to play with a dog, but far fewer felines chase and retrieve objects thrown by their pet parents. Unlike dogs, cats haven’t evolved to cooperate ...

Unlike the (sometimes) obedient canine, cats are independent creatures that do what they want, when they want. Case in point: Even though most cats probably know their names (according to new research ...

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They are sleeker, more understated, and rarely as desperate for humans' attention as their canine counterparts. But, according to a new study, many cats share a trait more frequently associated with ...

Cats have a well-deserved reputation for being independent-minded and aloof, preferring to interact with humans on their own quirky terms. So you'd never see a cat playing fetch like a dog, right?

The next time you hear "go fetch," don't assume it's for a dog. Cats like to engage in the playful behavior more than people might think. A new study from researchers at Purdue University and the ...