Eye contact can be a way of establishing dominance. If you often avert your gaze your cat may assume that she is the dominant party in the relationship. For this reason, many cats can find sustained direct eye contact to be aggressive. If you do not know a cat well, do not stare at her… Continue reading Eye contact
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Expansion of the territory of the cat
The ancient Egyptians did not allow the export of cats. This was partly because they were very useful for a society based on agriculture, and partly due to the respect accorded the cat in Egyptian society. Not only was the cat semi-divine, but as such they could not be the property of anyone other than… Continue reading Expansion of the territory of the cat
Ear positioning
Cats have highly developed hearing and can rotate and swivel their ears to zero in on any sound which interests them. Your cat may appear to be sleeping, but look closely and you may notice that his ears will suddenly twist to locate an unexpected sound or in response to your speech. You can also… Continue reading Ear positioning
Domestication of the cat
The ancient Egyptians are often thought of as the first civilisation to domesticate cats, breeding them to produce a distinct new species as long as 4,000 to 3,900 years ago. However, although domesticated cats (as well as wildcats, jungle cats, and other felines) appear in Egypt with great regularity in the art works of the… Continue reading Domestication of the cat
Cat diet
Cats require a balanced diet to stay healthy. They are carnivorous creatures so their diet should include plenty of meat. They need a mixture of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, vitamins, and water. Cats prefer to eat small frequent meals so it can be a good idea to feed your cat a mixture of wet food… Continue reading Cat diet
Nipping, biting, and licking
Nipping and biting There is a clear difference between the playful nip, which can indicate hunger, happiness, or a desire to play, and a warning shot that may be quickly followed up with a more aggressive bite. A friendly nip can be recognised because there is clearly no intention to hurt, and it is often… Continue reading Nipping, biting, and licking