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Kittens are blind and deaf at birth

Did you know that at birth, kittens are blind and deaf.  Their most advanced sense is smell which guides them towards their mother's milk.

Vocal patterns in cats

Did you know that researchers have noted 19 different vocal patterns in cats. Howver, it's thought that individual cats may use their own personal sounds that they only use with their owners. 

Landing on all four paws

Did you know that landing on all fours is something typical to cats thanks to the help of special balance organs in their inner ear.  These tools help them straighten themselves in the air and land upright on the ground.

The average lifespan of a cat

Did you know that the average lifespan of cats overall is 14 years ...

Largest number of stray animals in the world ...

Did you know that India has the largest number of stray animals in the world, with the population estimated at around 25 million dogs and five times as many cats? 

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  4. How Old is Your Cat in Human Years

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A Cats Purr

"Cats make one of the most satisfying sounds in the world: they purr ...

A purring cat is a form of high praise, like a gold star on a test paper. It is reinforcement of something we would all like to believe about ourselves - that we are nice."

Roger A Caras

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