Here are some Facts about Cats

• All kittens are born with blue eyes, which eventually changes color over time.
• Cats always land on their feet.
• Cats are the most popular pets to own, more than dogs.
• Catnip can affect lions and tigers.
• Cats communicate using about 16 “cat words.”
• In the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, Felix the Cat was the very first balloon used.
• About 4,000 years ago in Egypt, cats were domesticated.
• Cats can usually live for around 14 years and some up to 20.
• Male cats are called toms.
• Female cats are called queens.
• Baby cats are called kittens, litter, or kindle.
• There are around 36 species in the cat family.
• Cats sleep for about 16 hours a day.
• Cats like to eat their food at room temperature.
• Cats like to eat grass.
• Cats have a 3rd eyelid called a haw.
• The sense of smell for cats is 14 times stronger than humans.
• Killing or hurting a cat in Ancient Egypt was punishable by death.
• Cats nose pads are like human fingerprints, each one is unique.