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Think you know everything about kitties? Take a look at our 10 facts about cats and test how well you know your feline friends.
1. Sleepy kitty
The average cat sleeps for around 70% of it’s life!
2. (E)Raise an eyebrow!
In ancient Egypt, cat owners would shave their eyebrows to express their grief when a household cat died
3. No milk for me, thanks.
Contrary to popular belief – and most children’s books & cartoons – most cats are actually lactose intolerant!
Brian Leon on Flickr
4. Feline brain power
A cat’s brain is around 90% similar to a human’s — more similar than to a dog’s
5. Toilet aggression
When cats leave their poop uncovered, it is a sign of aggression to let you know they are not afraid of you
6. Nose print
A cat’s nose had a unique pattern, just like a human fingerprint
Susan Dussaman on Flickr
7. Cats vs Dogs
Only 11.5% of people consider themselves to be “cat people”
8. CATch me if you can!
A cat can jump up to five times its own height in a single leap
9. Fairy cat-mother
In the original Italian version of Cinderella, the fairy godmother figure was actually a cat
10. Small bites only
A cat’s jaw can’t move sideways, so can’t chew large chunks of food
Do you have a cat that needs some extra attention whilst you’re away? Book a Mad Paws sitter to stay with your feline or just pop in each day!
ReflectedSerendipity on Flickr
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Quite surprising how few people deem themselves to be cat people rather than dog people, considering that cats are much easier to look after.