Giving a dog a bath is often pretty straightforward — just soap them up and hose them down. But cats are a whole other animal. And while it’s true that felines do a better job of cleaning themselves ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Cats hate water, right? In popular culture, the life of a feline consists of ...

Ask any cat owner and they'll tell you the same: Most cats don't like getting wet. But what should you do if your feline friend gets dirty? Your first instinct might be to give them a bath—or at least ...

Ancient cats lived in arid environments. Therefore, to survive, cats did not need to swim or spend time in water. Today, many domesticated cats live a lifestyle far more comfortable than their ...

Cats are apex predators, optimized for sprinting and stalking. But perhaps the most ingenious aspect of their design is that they come with a built-in shower. Cat tongues are amazing little ...

It doesn’t seem to make sense: Why do cats hate water when their bigger cousins—like tigers, bobcats and leopards—don’t mind taking a dip to cool off or catch prey? Why do cats avoid bath time at all ...

Cats hate water, right? In popular culture, the life of a feline consists of eating fish, chasing mice, fighting with dogs, and running from the sight of water. While some cats do love water, even ...