Why Do Cats Groom Each Other? Research Found That It Is Not Always Friendly

Understanding Cat Grooming: More Than Just Friendship

Cats reign as the most beloved pets across the globe, with many households opting for multiple feline companions. However, not every cat in these homes shares a harmonious bond. Traditionally, the act of one cat licking another—termed "allogrooming"—has been interpreted as a sign of friendship. But recent studies challenge this assumption, prompting researchers from Ghent University and the University of Lincoln to delve deeper into this behavior.