Facts about Cats: Do you know this and that?

In order to care for your cat, you have to understand him or her. Cats are very interesting members of the animal kingdom. Some of them stay wild in the thick forests while some of them stay tamed in our homes. Wherever they are, cats are very interesting and they possess really exquisite characteristics. How much do you know about cats? Well, we hope top add more information to you:

• Did you know that cats could see 6 times better than human beings? Yes, according to studies, it is during night time when cats could really see more than we could.
• Anywhere in the world, cats are existent from steaming Africa to icy cool Greenland; you could surely find them in different corners of the world. They may have varied looks or characteristics by counting in the different factors.
• Just like dogs, cats could swim it just so happened that they are not into it that much.
• An eighteen-hour sleep is achievable by cats in hot countries. These areas include desert-like areas and in some angles, the tropics.
• There are different cats and most of them have rare characters.

• One of them inspired ancient Egyptians. This is the Sphynx. Actually, it does not have any hair at all.
• There are cats called Manx which originate from the Isle of Man and that they do not have tails. They just have this so-called stub.
• Who do not know the fastest animal? The Cheetah is of course another member of the cat family.
• There are also fishing cats which really show great skills in catching fish.

These tidbits are just some of those cool yet factual things about cats. When your aim is to explore more about these animals, you could always use the power of the internet in order to familiarize yourself with the world around you.

When you wish to have your own cat, you could also consider those factors that may make or break your choice. There are actually different choices of cats for pets. In general, cats are very good pets for they are very affectionate.

According to research owning cats as pets is most beneficial for ill or old patients. It has been found out that animal like cats could reduce their depression and other negative feelings brought by solitude and sickness. (Read my article Cats Might be Lazy Slobs but They Bring Joy and Happiness)

Cats Might Be Lazy Slobs, But They Bring Joy and Happiness

Having a pet could help you lead a better more fulfilling life. It cannot be denied that pets bring an aura to the lives of people and brightens a home. Any pet can bring happiness to you and your family but cats do that ever so well.

What is it with cats? What makes them so special?

Are cats great companions because they are soft and cuddly or because they are low maintenance?

Research shows that having cats as pets could really lighten up a person’s physiological, emotional side. The benefits of keeping a cat could heal the wounds of solitude, age, stress and depression. In addition, cats are affectionate but less demanding, low maintenance and it would surely be very suitable for those who have a modern lifestyle.

Cats are confidence boosters.

It is believed that people who take care of pets are more likely to be caring than those who are not. When old or sick people have pet cats, they are less likely to feel unneeded or worthless. When a person feels needed, it radiates a very optimistic mind. It gives a person the strength to live on. Kids or young people, benefits from cats as well. It gives them a sense of responsibility. By learning to take care of cats and other animals, people learn how to take care of others too.

Cats relieves you from stress

According to medical studies, sitting on a chair, placing a cat on your lap and stroking its hair would let you feel comfortable and at peace. This would make you feel relaxed and would make you feel relieved from stress caused by whatever endeavor.

Cats as health angels

According to the Society for Companion Animal Studies, patients recover or live longer through animals. It has been discovered that having pets would definitely ease the cases of physiological or psychological impairment in people.

Cats as social catalysts

Cats could help you overcome hesitation and shyness. It would teach you what the essence of being with others and exploring the world is. When you go with you cat, people would be interested and you as a cat-lover would have to show your cat off.