Cats have always been mysterious in the eyes of people. They can have inexplicable sources of strength and good fortune. When learning about cats, you may be surprised with 5 amazing facts about them below!
1. Cat brain is more similar to human brain than dog
Most people think that dogs are smarter than cats. However, it's all just judgment based on everyday reactions between cats and dogs. The truth is that biologically, the cat's brain is more similar to ours than the dog's. In both the human and cat brains, there are identical regions responsible for regulating emotions. In this regard, their brains are 90% similar to ours. In addition, there are 300 million neurons in the cerebral cortex of cats. While dogs only have 160 million. It's a surprise, isn't it?
2. Female cats are more right-footed, and male cats are more left-footed
Do you know which paw your pet cat is dominant? Many people have believed that cats can use both front legs, not leaning more towards either side like humans. But a study by Queen's University Belfast found that cats also tend to be more ambidextrous. This study shows that in the domestic cat group, female cats will be right front paw (right hand) and male cats often use left paw in front (left hand) more when facing difficulties and challenges. Is this true for your pet?
3. Cats can make 100 different meows
You may have trouble trying to distinguish between cat meows. Rest assured, you are not alone, as most cat owners are. The reason is because they can make 100 different calls. So it's normal that you can't tell them apart. This reinforces the evidence that cats are many times more complex than dogs. Dogs only make about 10 different sounds, while cats make 10 times more.
4. The largest cat breed is the Savannah F-1
The Savannah F-1 is a cross between a domestic and a wild cat. The appearance of the Savannah F-1 cat has many features like a leopard. They can weigh from 9 to 13.5 kg. A Savannah F-1 cat named Scarlett currently holds the Guinness World Record for an astonishing 43cm tall from shoulder to toe.
5. The oldest domestic cat breed originated in ancient Egypt
The ancient Egyptians worshiped cats as gods. They tamed an Egyptian Mau into a domestic cat and they still exist today.. This is the oldest domestic cat breed.
The more you learn about cats, the more surprising things you will learn about them. If you want to update more interesting things? Stay tuned for more surprising things about cats in the following sections!
