From agents of pest control to divine or semi-divine creatures, to
incarnations of evil, and, finally, to house pets, cats have been the
close associates of human beings for centuries. Despite their time spent
among humans, cats are often misunderstood and underappreciated.
Here are some cat facts to help you get to know about these furry fellows:
Cats find direct eye contact threatening.
When a dog wags their tail it may be a sign of happiness. This is not
the same for cats, if they are wagging/flicking their tail it means
they're annoyed or angry.
A cat's purr vibrates at a frequency of 25 to 150 hertz, which is the
same frequency at which muscles and bones repair themselves.
Cats are crepuscular, meaning they're most active at dawn and dusk.
Cats often attack your ankles when they're bored
When a cat brings you prey, it is both a gift and an insult. They think
you're a bad hunter and want to help!
Cats mark you as their territory when they rub their face and bodies
against you as they have scent glands in those areas.
Cats perceive people as big, hairless cats.
When a cat slowly blinks at you, it's equivalent to a cat kiss. It shows
contenment and trust.
Cats are amazing animals capable of love and affection. Every cat has a
unique personality and temperament. They make great emotional support pets
or simply curious companions.
