The Economic Times

Does your cat secretly know when you're sad or sick? Scientists reveal the surprising signs every pet owner should watch for today

New animal behavior research suggests they notice far more than most people realize. Scientists say cats can recognize familiar voices, daily routines, facial expressions, body language and even subtle scent changes linked to stress or illness. They may not understand disease or emotions like humans do, but growing evidence shows felines carefully observe changes in their owners. That research is reshaping what experts know about the human-cat bond.