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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vishwam Sankaran

Scientists discover how to tell if your cats are about to fight

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Scientists have unravelled ways to differentiate playful and aggressive interactions between cats, new findings that may help people identify play and genuine fighting in their pets.

The research, published on Thursday in the journal Scientific Reports, suggests that cats may engage in a mix of playful and aggressive behaviours which may escalate into a full-blown fight if not properly managed by their human companions.

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