It doesn't matter if it is a household moggy or an aristocat with a long pedigree, they all have something of the otherword about them. It is a well-known fact that cats are psychic, more so than most other animals and that they see things beyond the range of human sight.
Cats have a rough tongue for helping them to consume meat, which their system needs. They are true carnivores. Their whiskers are necessary to them to measure the distance their body can fit into, the whiskers usually being at least the width of the widest part of their body. Some people like to cut their cats whiskers jokingly, and then wonder why their cat gets stuck while trying to go through small holes.
Black cats were considered either extremely lucky or unlucky, more so than any other colour or type of cat. Remember Grandma telling you to watch out for black cats on Friday 13th! Luck or the lack thereof has been associated with cats more so than any other animal.
There are many different types and
colours of the feline world. Here are a few to help you on your way. This
kitten is a bluepoint himalayan. Originally a cross between a siamese and
a persian, they are now a breed of their own with the varied point colours
of the siamese. They have a long haired coat and need to be groomed constantly
to prevent matting of the fur. Slightly temperamental in some of the colours,
they are a good pet.
This little guy is a manx. Note the short stubby tail and the slightly longer back legs. These cats are very rabbitlike in manner and appearance, sometimes sitting up on their hind legs as rabbits do. They have a sort of hopping run because of the length of the back legs. Originally from the Isle of Man, hence the name. They come in many colours. They are active and usually have a pleasant personality. This is 'Bob" and this page is in memory of her.
This is a Maine Coone cat. One of the largest breeds of domestic cat. Their size is what makes them so attractive to cat fanciers who want something a little larger than the norm. They also come in a wide variety of colours and have a good temperament. The pic is of Maya, one of Jayhawk's cats and is a link to their cattery.
This beautiful specimen is an Ocicat. A newer variety, they are certainly outstanding. One of the siamese cross types, they are active and curious. The markings of a good one are very striking. This is a link to an ocicat cattery and the pic is of Snow, one of their progeny.
Cats like to roam, especially during the darker hours, so it is best to keep them locked up at night to prevent them from coming to harm from vehicles on the roads. They have exceptional night vision.
Cats do like to wander, and chase things, sometimes even a unicorn's tail. They are great hunters and will chase anything that moves, making a game out of the most amazing things. With their otherworldly sight, perhaps they do see these creatures of fantasy, for artists are always depicting them with magical creatures, in their works.
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