Unleashed Curiosity: Dog & Cat Health, Nutrition & Vet Advice by Vital Pet Life Β· Episode 17 Β· April 28, 2026 Β· 16 min
The One Why Cats Knead & Zoom at 3AM β 10 Weird Cat Behaviors Explained by a Vet
Your cat isn't weird. Science just finally caught up. π± In this episode of Unleashed Curiosity, Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM decodes 10 cat behaviors that puzzle pet parents most - from kneading and 3AM zoomies to that unmistakable slow blink. Timestamps: 00:00 - Kneading / "Making Biscuits" π 03:39 - The Slow Blink / Cat Kiss π» 04:14 - "If I Fit, I Sit" π¦ 04:48 - 3AM Zoomies π 06:10 - Bird Watching Chatter π¦ 07:01 - The Loaf Position π 08:04 - Knocking Things Off Tables π€ 09:01 - Showing Their Butt (it's a compliment) π 10:10 - Sleeping on Your Laptop π» 12:24 - Random Foot Attacks π¦Ά What You'll Learn: Why adult cats still knead - rooted in nursing instinct The slow blink: your cat's version of "I love you" Why domestic cats think 3AM is hunting hour The chattering jaw reflex cats make at windows Why knocking things off tables is cause-and-effect learning How to address foot attacks before they become a real problem Whether you're a lifelong cat parent or just deeply confused by your new kitten, this episode gives you the science and the laughs. Follow the show and share with a fellow cat parent! π±πΎ #CatBehavior #WhyCatsKnead #CatParent #CatZoomies #VitalPetLife #UnleashedCuriosity #CatTips #Veterinarian #PetPodcast #CatLoaf #CatMom #CatDad #PetHealth β€οΈ Connect with us: α§ Facebook - facebook.com/vitalpetlife α§ TikTok: @vitalpetlife α§ Instagram: @vitalpetlife α§ X: @vitalpetlife α§ YouTube: @vitalpetlife α§ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife α§ Check out our website - www.vitalpetlife.com You may also enjoy: What Your Vet Isn't Telling You About Dog Long-Term Care - Rehab, Teeth & Mobility With Dr. Paul Tonioli https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/what-your-vet-isn-t-telling-you-about-dog-longevity-rehab-teeth-mobility-with-dr-paul-toniolli Music: "Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0) Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at [email protected] . Thank you for tuning in! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.