Cat owners can encourage kneading behavior by providing soft fluffy blankets and other cozy surfaces, Branch said. "Anything that kind of mimics a mom cat's belly," he said.

To get to the bottom of this curious kitty behavior, we turned to expert vet Dr Rebecca MacMillan to get her thoughts. Below, she reveals why a cat may sit on their toys, whether cats can become ...

A cat's behavior was also linked to their surroundings. Those that lived in a rural setting, for example, were less playful and were more likely to hunt than those living in smaller apartments.

Orange cats also aren't 100% orange (confusing, we know!). Orange Domestic Shorthairs are tabbies, which mean they often sport stripes or spots in complementary colors like brown or white.