Despite their reputation as solitary cats, many cats live in groups. Moreover, they may sincerely like it. Eat
In a new study, the authors link cat behavior to hormones and the gut microbiome. These elements influence interactions between cats and may explain how they tolerate cohabitation.
It turned out that animals with lower levelscortisol and testosterone were more tolerant of other cats and more willing to share food. Cats with higher levels of these hormones were less likely to interact with their fellow study participants. Meanwhile, cats with higher testosterone levels were also more likely to try to escape from the room where they were being observed.