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This next installment in our trivia game section is the one that has been the most anticipated among us. It was long overdue, yet right on time. The most awaited, yet not a second too late. Can you guess the topic? Here’s a hint - these cool questions will be all about the internet’s overlords, the purring, claw-wielding masters of humanity - cats! Yup, this is a list dedicated to cat trivia, and we just cannot wait to play it!

So, these cat trivia questions will entertain you with their thoroughness - breeds, coats, feet beans, tails, whiskers, and plenty more get talked about in this compendium. There surely are dozens of serious cat trivia questions in here, but you’ll also find some funny ones about cats that might not be exactly real or ones that will disclose some fun facts about these furry purr machines. And it doesn’t matter if you’re a devoted feline fan or just someone who finds them adorable; this trivia about cats will cater to every level of cat love.

Right-o, now that the introductions have been made, it might be just the time to check out the cat trivia questions and answers themselves. They are but a smidgen further down below, and once you are there, you might like to rank the questions since now they’re in no particular order. After that, share this classy cat trivia with anyone you’d like! 

#1

Grey cat with green eyes Where does a cat get its personality from?

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Neilas Šurkus
BoredPanda Staff
3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Answer: the majority of a cat’s personality comes from the DNA of its parents (about 75%) and is also learned behavior and experiences in their early life (about 25%).

Sean Lewis
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So where does a cat get its personality? From Cat-mazon Prime, of course! One day they just scroll through the options: "Hmm, should I be aloof today or the life of the party?" "Oooh, a 'knock stuff off tables' feature! Add to cart." "Aha! The 3 a.m. Zoomies package is on sale!" And voila, the personality is shipped overnight, and they even get a scratching post as a free gift with purchase! But remember, returns are not accepted, because once a cat makes up its mind, it's pretty much set in stone—or should I say, set in litter? 😸

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    #2

    If your cat’s tail forms the shape of a question mark, what does it mean?

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    K- THULU
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or he's wondering why there's no tuna in his bowl?

    Sean Lewis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If your cat's tail is curved into the shape of a question mark, you're likely looking at one happy and playful feline! This tail posture is generally a sign that your cat is in a good mood and might be open to some interactive playtime or even a good petting session. It's as if they're saying, "Hey, what's going on? Got any fun and games for me today?" However, each cat is unique, and it's always essential to consider the overall body language and context when interpreting what a specific tail position means for your cat. If they're purring, have upright ears, and relaxed whiskers to go along with that question mark tail, you've likely got a very content kitty on your hands. So the next time you see your cat sporting that "tail question mark," maybe it's your cue to break out the feather wand or laser pointer. Who knows, you might even get some answers to questions you never knew you had! 🐾😸 https://catspaz.com/stop-cat-spraying/

    #3

    cat winking What does it mean when your cat gives you a slow wink?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: it shows trust and contentment.

    #4

    Which country has the largest population of cats?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: twenty-five percent of the total cat population is in the United States.

    Headless Roach
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would be interesting to know where is the largest share of cats per household

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    #5

    white cat with blue eyes What is unusual about white cats with blue eyes?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat with white hair and blue eyes may be deaf.

    Chris berkley
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My white cat has two colored eyes, one blue one yellow, and he is deaf!! He is 100% the weirdest and most 0playful cat I've ever met, he is such a ham

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    #6

    What other place do cats have whiskers, other than their heads?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: The back of their front legs.

    Victoria Anderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Several of my kitties have "eyebrow whiskers" (from their mama, actually) and they are SO adorable!

    #7

    two cats taking a nap Why do cats sleep on their owner's clothes or pillows?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: because they like your smell.

    Headless Roach
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and if they only sleep in a pile of fresh laundry - perhaps you should shower more 🙃

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    Fraxinus excelsior
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To warm them up for you so they're nice and toasty on a cold night.

    Lee Macro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: Because it's an a-hole

    #8

    What other animal meows and purrs just like a regular housecat?

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    #9

    black cat with green eyes Why does a cat’s eyes shine in the dark?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat’s eyes reflect light, making them shine in the dark.

    Victoria Anderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is from a membrane behind the retina, called the tapetum, which reflects most of the light back out of the eye. This lets cats see with only 1/6 of the light a human needs, and it's why their eyes glow especially when you shine a light in their face. (Do not shine a light at their face. The nighttime eyes are adorable, but the viper hisses plus murder mitts in your socks at 6AM are not.)

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    #10

    What are cats unable to taste?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats are unable to taste sweetness.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Clarification;: Most domesticated cats can not taste sweetness, due to a mutation early in the domestication process, but somewhere around 30% of them can taste sweetness. This is probably due to their more recent breeding with a local wilcat species that hadn't had that mutation.

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    #11

    person brushing grey cat What's the effect of your cat's grooming process?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: it stimulates blood flow to their skin, regulates their body temperature, and helps them relax.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And gets them Vitamin D, that is formed on their fur from chemical precursors in their saliva.

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    Fraxinus excelsior
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hair balls being hacked up in the middle of the night.

    Shyla Bouche
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bouche has started licking my fingers (on purpose) while bathing. My baby is growing up! 😭

    #12

    Does a cat find direct eye contact threatening?

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    Astrid Manthej
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eye contact as such is fine, staring isn't. And that is not the same. Cats know that we look into the eyes without meaning to threaten anyone.

    Natalie H
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Come to my house at dinner (canned food) time. I’ve got 4 kitties staring hard at me from all directions, trying to maintain eye contact and send telepathic messages. Lol

    Shyla Bouche
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bouche does that when she's refused to bring me the toy mouse she wants me to throw. If she stares hard enough, I'll magically throw it, even though it's still in her mouth.

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    #13

    Does cat urine glow under black light?

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    Headless Roach
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some cat must have peed all over that motel room

    Victoria Anderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jackson Galaxy would say yes. Just watch a few episodes of "My Cat From Hell" on YouTube.

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    #14

    red cat with blue eyes A cat is pregnant for how long?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat is pregnant for between 60 and 70 days.

    #15

    Are cats able to swim?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats hate water and attempt to avoid it, although some of them are able to swim if necessary.

    Shyla Bouche
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bouche will sit in the tub with me when I shower. She refuses to get out. The fact that she gets wet is entirely my fault.

    g90814
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: all of them. But most of them rather wouldn't.

    #16

    woman hugging a cat How many human years are in one cat year of life?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: first year of a cat's life equals 15 human years. Second year is considered the equivalent of 9 human years. After this, each human year is around four cat years.

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    #17

    How long do cats sleep during the day on average?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats can be extremely active while they are awake, so it is not surprising that a cat spends an average of 17 hours a day sleeping.

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    #18

    cat on the gate How high can cats jump?

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    Headless Roach
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As high as you left the meat unattended

    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats can jump up to five times their own body height and up to six times their length.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Roughly throat height of an adult male.

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    #21

    Why do cats meow?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: it's a behavior cats developed exclusively to communicate with people.

    Ace
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not true. Kittens of many cat species meow from an early age to communicate with their mothers. The fact that some domestic moggies retain this into their adulthood, or even develop it later, is indeed a learned behaviour.

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    Victoria Anderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cats meow at first to talk with Mama, and then with Human. Cat meows are like baby cries: once they're old enough, Mama starts ignoring them so they have to find alternate means of communication. Humans don't ignore cat meows, so cats keep meowing because they know we won't ignore them.

    Victoria Anderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Long story short: humans respond when cats baby-talk in cat language, so the cats are literally baby-babbling because we apparently only understand that.

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    Lauren S
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve absolutely had a cat that could bark. It’d only do it when trying to get to something to kill it but not able to get it (a bug or bird on the other side if a window). Oddly, he rarely meowed and it sounded raspy when he attempted it.

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    #22

    cat yawing Do kittens have baby teeth?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: yes, like humans, kittens have baby teeth, which are replaced with their adult teeth from around six months of age.

    #23

    Why does a cat eat grass?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: when a cat cleans itself, they ingest their own fur, and eating grass helps them regurgitate ingested fur and keeps them healthy.

    #24

    cat licking another cat Why do cats lick each other?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: mutual licking instinctively comes from a mother’s licking her kittens, and adult cats grooming each other shows affection, confidence, and trust.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And usually also to establish dominance. The one who licks the others are the dominant one.

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    Steve Robert
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because they like to . Don't you ever lick your partner?

    Terry Tobias
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My two girls are litter-mates and constantly groom each other. I love it when they wash each others faces at the same time!

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    #25

    Why is a cat so fast and balanced?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat’s tail creates an extended structure for balance, plus a cat has many vertebrae in its backbone.

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    #26

    grey cat with green eyes What is unusual about each cat’s nose?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: each cat’s nose is unique, just like a human’s fingerprints.

    #27

    How much can a cat's ear rotate?

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    #28

    black cat lying next to a keyboard What is adult cat's ability to learn?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: about the same as a two or three-year-old child.

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    #29

    Do all cats respond to catnip?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: no, it has been noted that about 50-70 percent of cats show the positive response to catnip.

    Show thyself
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of mine likes catnip, but goes crazy for lemongrass (literally sits below the planter and whines to get some). The other one is pretty indifferent to both

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    #30

    black cat with green eyes Why does your cat stare at you with her mouth open?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: they are tasting a scent on the air, as they has special scent organ (Vomeronasal Organ) inside their mouth.

    Fraxinus excelsior
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They've just seen you naked for the first time?

    #31

    How do cats walk so silently?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats are digitigrade; that is, they walk on their toes and the ball of the foot. The digitigrade posture enables the quick, quiet movement that defines stealthy predators. Finally, the supple, flexible spine compresses and extends, allowing long strides for running and leaping.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact; Before mankind developed footwear, we were also primarily walked like that. The heel-to-toe walk is a "relatively" new development in humans.

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    #32

    cat walking on the pierce To what other animals is cat's walking sequence similar to?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: their walking sequence is both right feet first, followed by both left feet, so they move half of their body forward at once. Camels and giraffes are the only other animals to walk this way.

    Well-Dressed Wolf
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s not how cats walk. Where are you getting these “facts” from? Cats walk diagonally. BTW, bears and dogs and elephants also have the pacing gait you describe, not just camels and giraffes. Horses pace as well, as do dogs.

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    #33

    Would cats rather starve themselves than eat the food they don't like?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: yes, cats will starve themselves if they dislike the food.

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    #35

    What is the oldest breed of cat?

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    #36

    bengal cat running How fast can cats run?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: 48 kph (30 mph), but only over short distances.

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    #37

    What are the superstitions surrounding black cats?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a black cat is associated with good luck in the UK and parts oof Asia, and with bad luck in the USA.

    The Redhead
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To quote Groucho Marx: If a black cat crosses your path, it signifies that the animal is going somewhere

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    #38

    two cats climbing on the wall What time of the day is a cat most active?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats are crepuscular, which means they are most active at dawn and dusk.

    Powerful Katrinka
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm can answer this precisely. It's at 3:27 am.

    #39

    How does the cat's whisker behaviour change depending on the activity and emotions?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: If a cat is scared, it put its whiskers back, but its whiskers are forward when it hunts.

    #40

    tiger lying in the zoo What percentage of DNA is shared between cats and tigers?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: they share 95.6% of their DNA.

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    #41

    What is the largest breed of cats?

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    #42

    cat looking at the person What is the smallest breed of cats?

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    #43

    Do cats help with human health?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: yes, cats can help lower stress and anxiety, improve your cardiovascular health, prevent allergies and reduce feelings of loneliness.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And, the purr has been proven to promote bone- and tissuehealing, by as much as 20% in some studies.

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    #44

    cat and kitten taking a nap How long does a mother cat care for her kittens?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat mother usually cares for her kittens until her milk begins to dry up when they are 9 to 10 weeks old.

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    #45

    How many litters of kittens can a cat have in a year?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a mature female cat can have up to three litters, producing about 18 kittens in a year.

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    #46

    cat hiding in the grass Which lives longer, domesticated cats or feral cats?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a domesticated cat lives twice as long as the feral cat, primarily because a domesticated cat lives a safer life.

    Squirrelly Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From what I read, a feral cat often lives for only 2 to 3 years. Females especially have a hard time feral between being prey animals and near constantly in heat, pregnant or nursing feral life is hard on a kitty. All my friends who have fixed indoor cats, their cats all seem to live to 18 at least, 24 was the oldest. I assume an indoor/outdoor cat would land between depending on how safe the outdoors are in your area.

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    #47

    What is the first known domestication of cats?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: domestication of cats began in Egypt, when wild cats were allowed to live in grain barns to control bugs, rats, and mice.

    Maggie Fulton
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Of course, the cat pee in the grain must have been tasty. ;p

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    Viktor Feurer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in ancient Egypt they made holes in the hut walls to let cats come and go as they wish, because they kept away also the smaller snakes

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    #48

    cat climbing the tree Why does a cat climb down trees backward?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: climbing down a tree backward is the safest way for a cat because its claws curl forward.

    Hugh Cookson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, as I was once told by a fire chief in the UK, 'We don't send fire units out to get cats out of trees ; when was the last time you saw the skeleton of a cat up a tree' (this, BTW was after I'd called to ask about rescuing a tiny feral cat that had climbed to the top of a 100ft Poplar tree at the back of the business I was running and looked in real trouble - it got down, of course, slowly, but it got down. Never climbed that far again as far as I knew, but ended up as a very happy housecat for one of my neighbours)

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    #49

    Why does a cat’s tongue have a rough texture?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat’s tongue is rough to aid in grooming and help them eat meat and lap milk.

    Well-Dressed Wolf
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not only are most adult cats lactose intolerant and should not be fed milk, but their tongues were barbed LONG before they “lapped milk”, so I’m no way was the development of a barbed tongue for aiding in “lapping milk”. Holy c**p.

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    #50

    cat drinking a water Can cats drink sea water?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: Yes, though even if your cat can handle little quantities of salt water, make sure they get sufficient of freshwater to avoid excessive salt ingestion.

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    #51

    Which cat in a fight is the one hissing, the one winning or the one losing?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: The losing one. Hissing is a defensive gesture. It is almost always exhibited by a cat that feels victimized, antagonized, or threatened in some way. Hissing is often a way to avoid a physical confrontation.

    #53

    How is the loose flap of skin some cats have on their belly called and what is its function?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: it's called a primordial pouch, which serves two functions. To protect the vital organs during a right/attack as well as enabling your cat to extend and stretch during running.

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    red and white cat What are the two folds of skin at the bottom outside of cat's ears called?

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    #55

    How many kittens are in a litter?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats average 6 kittens in a litter.

    Squirrelly Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First litter is usually smaller, about 2 kittens. Subsequent litters are larger as Neilas says. Thanks Neilas for all the answers. The few I already know (dog person who took in a stray pregnant cat) are accurate, and it's good to learn more about my new four footed housemates.

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    #56

    orange and white cat with green eyes How does a cat’s vision compare to a human’s?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cat’s vision cover around 200 degrees and a human’s roughly 180 degrees, primarily because its eyes are placed more widely on its face.

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    #57

    Why does a cat have whiskers?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: whiskers help cats find their way in the dark, sense movement and temperature changes, and detect prey.

    Squirrelly Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also the whisker can give a healthy cat a clue whether they will fit through an opening or not. Never trim their whiskers.

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    #58

    orange cat in the flowers Why does a cat like catnip?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: catnip, also called catmint, produces a smell through the oil in its leaves which sends cats into a relaxed state of euphoria.

    #59

    Cats spend how much time grooming each day?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats spend 1/3 of the day grooming themselves.

    #60

    cat taking a nap What is the record of most toes on a cat?

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    #61

    What are the backwards facing hooks on a cat's tongue called and what's their purpose?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: known as filiform papillae, they assist with grooming and help to remove flesh from the bones of prey.

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    #62

    cat's tail How many bones are there in a cat's tail?

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    #63

    At which age do cats become fertile?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: female cats become fertile between 5 and 7 months of age; male cats become fertile at about 6 months of age.

    #64

    cat sitting on the ground What is a feral cat?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a feral cat is one that is born and lives in the wild.

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    #65

    What is the average life span of a cat?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: the average lifespan of a domesticated cat averages from 12 to 15 years. A feral cat lives about half as long.

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    #66

    orange and white cat next to a black and white cat What do the terms “tom” and “queen” mean when used to refer to a cat?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a tom cat is an un-neutered (uncastrated) male cat and a queen cat is an un-spayed female cat.

    #67

    When a cat scent marks, which part of its body does it use?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat uses all parts of their body to scent mark, rubbing their paws, head, scent glands, and even scratching to mark their territory.

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    #69

    Should you have different litter boxes for each of your cats?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: Yes. Follow this simple rule: one box per cat, plus one extra.

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    #70

    person feeding little kitten Are kittens born with the ability to process lactose?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: yes, though, cats lose the ability to break down lactose as they grow older because their bodies produce less and less of the lactase enzyme over time.

    Allan Breum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact; The same is true of humans. If we do not keep up our tollerance for lactose, a sudden sizable dose can yield... explosive results.

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    #71

    How large are the cat's eyes, relative to the size of their heads?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cat's eyes are very large in its head in comparison to a human's. If our eyes were proportionately as large, we would have eyes the size of tennis balls.

    #72

    cat walking on the snow What is the normal body temperature for a cat?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: 102 degrees Fahrenheit (39 degress Celsius).

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    #73

    How fast do cats breathe?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats breathe at a rate of 20 – 30 breaths per minute.

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    #74

    cat wearing yellow scarf Can cats move each ear independently?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: yes, each ear contains 32 muscles, allowing them to move the ears independently from each other, to help them work out which direction a sound is coming from.

    #75

    Why do cats mark objects with their scent?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: cats scent mark people and various objects to show ownership.

    #76

    Cats have how many toes?

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    Squirrelly Panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Huh, do the front feet or the back feet have more toes? Assuming left vs right is the same, 2 feet would have 4 toes each and 2 would have 5.

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    #77

    white cat with green eyes Do kittens born into the same litter always have the same father?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: since a female cat releases multiple eggs while she is in heat, kittens in the same litter can have more than one father.

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    #78

    What is a cat's pulse?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: a cat’s pulse is between 130 – 240 beats per minute.

    #79

    cat looking in the window How long and heavy is an adult cat's brain?

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    Neilas Šurkus
    BoredPanda Staff
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: about five centimetres (2.0 in) long and weighs 25–30 g (0.88–1.06 oz).

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