Cats can hear better than humans and dogs and can hear up to 64 KHz, which is 1.6 octaves above the range of a human and is one of the best of all mammals.
Cats can move their bodies in one direction and point his ears in another.
Cats have a third eyelid (called the nictitating membrane) which rests at the corner of the eye and will cover the eye if protection is needed.
Cat’s ears can rotate to 180 degrees.
Most cats have a visual field of about 200 degrees.
The part of the brain responsible for emotions is the same in cats and humans.
Cats have about 100 different vocal sounds that they use to communicate with us.
Whiskers detect objects approaching the face. The cat will respond by blinking to protect his eyes.
Cats cannot see in total darkness but their eyes can function in about one-sixth of the light that humans need to see.
The whiskers can determine if the space they are about to enter will be big enough for them. They are also more than twice as thick as ordinary cat hair.
The nose pad of a cat is like a human’s fingerprint – each one is unique.
A cat’s sense of smell is about 14 times stronger than humans are.
The tip of the nose can also be used as a thermometer before eating food and is used to distinguish territories and to locate food or find mates.
A cat’s coat can protect him against the sun and rain and also some minor injuries.
Cats will raise their fur when frightened so that they appear larger than their enemy.
Claws remain in a protective sheath of skin and fur when the cat is relaxed, this prevents wear and allows the cat to walk silently when stalking his pray.
Domestic cats are the only of the feline species that can hold its tail vertically while walking.
The tail is an extension of the spin and also helps maintain balance.
Cats are either right pawed or left pawed.
Cats have five toes on their front paws, but only four on their back paws.
The thick pads on their feet act as shock absorbers when landing.
When a cat rubs against you, he/she is marking you with their scent.
