Purring is one of the most recognizable sounds in the animal kingdom - and one of the most misread. Most owners assume a purring cat is simply happy. In fact, cats purr for at least 5 different reasons, and not all of them mean contentment. A cat purrs when relaxed, but also when in pain, stressed, hungry, or in need of close contact.

A cat can't be trained out of scratching. Scratching is inborn - a cat scratches to shed dead layers of keratin from its claws, stretch the back and shoulder muscles, mark territory with pheromones from glands in its paw pads, and release emotion. It's a behavior that can't be eliminated without harming a cat's physical and mental health.

"Why do you make PRASKA furniture from birch plywood instead of MDF?" This is one of the most common questions from customers. I explain how years of observing cats in my cattery convinced me to make this choice.

A new piece of furniture, a move, a renovation — to us, these are minor things; for a cat, it means the necessity of discovering the world anew. I explain why routine gives a cat a sense of security and whether it is worth moving its favorite places.

Over 14 years of breeding, cats have taught me things I never found in any book. I have collected 10 of the most important conclusions — from the fact that a cat never deceives, to the idea that less is more.

PRASKA products now reach catteries in over 30 countries worldwide. I explain why it all started with my own cattery and why the trust of breeders is the most important recommendation for me.

A Maine Coon can weigh up to 10 kg and jump onto a shelf with huge momentum — that is why not every piece of furniture is enough for it. I share what over 14 years of breeding large breeds has taught me.

A freestanding scratching post or a tower? I explain why I designed something more than just a regular scratching post - the proprietary collection of PRASKA Labyrinth Towers, which combines a playground, a hideout, and an observation point in one structure.

Every PRASKA piece of furniture and bed goes through a long journey: from observing cats, through design and prototype, to weeks of testing in catteries. I take you behind the scenes of this process.

"What if my cat doesn't want to use the shelves?" - this is one of the most common questions I hear from clients. The answer: let the cat make its own decision. I explain why.

A cat doesn't scratch the sofa out of spite - it is simply more comfortable than a poorly chosen scratching post. I explain what makes a good cat scratching post and why stability matters more than appearance.

A wardrobe, a windowsill, a fridge - your cat will always choose height, even with the most comfortable bed on the floor. I explain why it is its nature, not a trend, and how a well-designed cat wall helps cats live together.

Which cats most willingly choose enclosed houses and how to choose the right size? I share my experience from over 14 years of breeding pedigreed cats — from hygiene to personalization.

You buy a new toy, your cat sniffs it for a few seconds and walks away? That is because a cat chooses toys by instinct, not with its eyes. Discover how we design PRASKA toys so that your cat truly wants to use them.

A cat bed is much more than a place to sleep — it is a space where it feels safe and can unwind. I have gathered 10 things to consider when choosing one, from the perspective of over 14 years of breeding pedigreed cats.