Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Learn mOre AbOut Cat



Facts About Cats

* Cats are born with blue eyes. They change at approximately 12 weeks of age.

* Sometimes your cat will find it difficult to find the treats you throw him on the floor. The reason is because cats can't see directly under their own nose.

* Cats can jump between 5 & 7 times as high as their tail.

* Ailurophobia: the hate or fear of cats

* 80% of all cats, big and small, have the same reaction to catnip, due to their feline genes. Cats that are younger than 6 months and tigers however, do not react to catnip.

* A cat uses it's whiskers to tell if the space they are contemplating entering is big enough for them.

* Cats not only walk on their toes but they have 5 toes on their front paws and 4 toes on the their back paws.

* Killing a cat was punishable by death in acient Egypt.

* Just like fingerprints on humans, the nose pad of cats is rigid in a pattern that is completely unique.

* Sir Isaac Newton is credited for inventing the cat door.

* Start a garden inside your home. Cats love to eat grass, parsley, catnip, and sage. However, consult your Vet before planting a garden for your cat to eat. Many plants are harmful or even fatal to cats.

* Pet owners live longer, happier lives with less stress and less heart attacks.

* Cats prefer their food at room temperature.

* Don't put your cat's collar on too tight. Make sure you can slip 2 fingers between the collar and the cat.

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