CATS

The
domestic(Felis
catusorFelis
silvestris
catus) cat is a small, usually
furry,
domesticated,
and
carnivorous mammal.

It is often called a
housecat when kept as an
indoor pet, or simply a cat
when there is no need to
distinguish it from other
felids and felines.

Scientific Name: Felis catus

Gestation Period: 66 d on
average
Daily Sleep: 12 16 h
Life Span:15 y on average
(Domesticated), 12 14 y
(Newborn, Male, Domesticated)
Lower Classifications: Korat,
Cymriccat, British Semi-Long
Hair, more
Mass:2.9 kg on average (Adult),
4 5 kg (Domesticated), 0.11
kg on average (Newborn)

DifferentThe
Breeds
Abyssinian Cat
of Cats

is
an affectionate intelligent
cat, very people orientated,
extremely active and a cat
that thrives on interaction
and play. They are not
constant lap cats, rather,
they need to know what you
are doing; like to help you
make a telephone call; read
your newspaper or make
your bed, in fact they insist
on being included in all

The Burmese
Cat
is a very friendly inquisitive
cat with an outgoing,
loving
nature.
The
Burmese is an upfront cat,
not left out of where it is all
happening. It has been
said that the Burmese are
more like dogs than cats in
their
behaviour.

Persian Cat
are usually a quiet
and gentle cat.
They are calm and
undemanding and
can
be
very
affectionate. They
are very placid and
unlikely to scratch
anyone.

Sphynx Cat
are very active and
love to the centre of
attention, they are
not suited to people
wanting a quiet docile
cat.Sphynxhave
a
friendly
disposition
and are very sociable
with other people and
pets.

Siamese Cat
are a very intelligent,
lively, entertaining cat.
They can be very
demanding
and
become
totally
involved
in
their
owner's life. Siamese
do not like to be
ignored and always
have to be the centre
of
attention.

Scottish Folds
Cat

are a very friendly and

docile cat. Their large
round eyes and folded
ears, coupled with
expressive looks,
intelligence and
inquisitive nature make
them a wonderful
extension to the family
home. Folds are not very
vocal. Scottish Folds
have very tiny "meows.

Facts
about

1.Cats can drink seawater.

2.But they cant taste sweet things
3.Cats can hear
dolphins.Theoretically.
4.The ridged pattern on cats nose
is as unique as a human fingerint.
5.But cats cant seedirectly below
their noses. Thats why they miss
food thats right in front of them

6. Kittens start to dream when

theyreabout a week old .
7. Kittens sleep a lot because
their bodiesrelease a growth
hormone only when theyre
asleep
8. Adult cats dont release any
particular key hormones during
sleep. They just snooze all day
because theycan.
9. By neutering a cat, youadd

10. Most female cats areright-pawed,

and most male cats favour their
left paws.
11. A female cat is called a molly or
a queen.
12. Male cats are called toms.
13. Cats sweat through the pads of
theirpaws.
14. Cats havea third eyelid called a
haw. Its
generally only
visible when theyre unwell.
15. Cats homing instinct may be due
tomagnetsin their BRAINS.

16. Cats may haveevolved their

tone of voice to communicate
with humans.
17. The more you talk to your cat,
the more it will talk to you
18. In fact, cats can makeover
100 vocal sounds
19. If your cats tail isvibrating,
its excited to see you
20. Cats are America'smost
popular pets: there are 88

Project in EDUC
103A
(CA
TS)
Prepared By: Angelou S. Espiel
BSE 2B
Submitted To: Mr. Ronaldo Jaime