A cat show is a judged event where cats compete to win titles in various cat registering organizations. Both pedigreed and random bred cats can compete, although the rules differ from organization to organization. Cats are compared to a breed standard and those judged to be closest to it are awarded a prize. Often, at the end of the year, all of the points accrued at various shows are added up and additional national and regional titles are awarded. read full article…
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The cat righting reflex is cat’s innate ability to orient themselves as they fall so as to land on their feet, often uninjured. The righting reflex begins to appear at 3-4 weeks of age, and is perfected at 7 weeks. They are able to do this as they have an unusually flexible backbone and no collarbone. read full article…
Cat litter is one of any of a number of materials used in litter boxes to absorb moisture from cat feces and urine, which reduces foul odors such as ammonia and renders them more tolerable within human dwellings. read full article…
Cat intelligence is the ability of a cat to learn, to think, and to solve problems. read full article…
Cat food is a type of food specially engineered for the feeding of cats.
Cats are purely carnivorous by nature and need many essential nutrients, such as taurine, in their food. Commercial cat food contains these supplements, which is why other pet foods are not recommended for cats. read full article…
Cat Fancy is a popular monthly magazine dedicated to cats, owners of cats, and breeders of cats. Their main rival is Cats and Kittens. Cat Fancy’s publishers also offer Dog Fancy for dogs and their owners. read full article…
The Cat Fanciers’ Association, Inc. was established in 1906 and is the world’s largest registry of pedigreed cats. CFA’s stated mission is to preserve and promote the pedigreed breeds of cats and to enhance the well-being of all cats. CFA’s first licensed cat shows were held in Buffalo, New York and Detroit, Michigan in 1906. read full article…
A cat deterrent is a mechanism or device used to discourage cats from entering an area, or to encourage them to leave if they do enter. Cat deterrents are most commonly used by gardeners, in order to prevent damage to their gardens or avoid acquiring unwanted cat faeces; people with an interest in observing garden birds also use cat deterrents. read full article…
Cat communication consists of a range of methods with which cats communicate with humans, other cats, and other animals. read full article…
The genetics of cat coat coloration, pattern, length, and texture is a complex subject, and many different genes are involved. read full article…