/r/CatFacts

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A place to teach and learn about cats.

A sub to teach and learn interesting facts about cats.

Other animal fact subs we like are:
/r/turtlefacts
/r/BatFacts
/r/birdfacts
/r/awwducational


Rules:

There are two types of /r/CatFacts post.

1. Unverifiable facts about felines. Post anything which sounds like a real cat fact. If it can be independently verified though, we don't want it! Get that outta here, I only want alternative cat facts.


Examples:

"Cats don't actually sleep that much, they just don't want you to bother them"

"Calico cats have been proven to be significantly more evil than all other types of cat"


2. Verifiable facts about all non-feline cats.


Examples:

"The heavy machinery company bobcat ended a 7-year-relationship with Doosan in 2018, when Doosan partnered instead with Hyundai."

"Community Accessible Transport is necessary for Civilian Army Technicians to get to the Center for Army Tactics"

"The cat which received the most rooster in a single day belongs to Lisa Sparks, who took 919 roosters in a twelve-hour period."


Please note, this does not mean you are allowed to post pictures or video of that third type of cat.


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/r/CatFacts

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What do we do

Me and my sister got cats 2 years ago, now she’s moving out soon and we’ve ran into a problem my cat freaks out what I’m not there and follows me everywhere and idk how she would do without me but she’s also bonded to my sisters cat, would it be better so separate them so she could be with me or let my sister take her?

5 Comments
2024/06/28
16:42 UTC

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Why does my cat have an ear on his ear?

6 Comments
2024/06/17
03:13 UTC

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Cat Reacts to Amazing Mega Cat Treat Puzzle!

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2024/05/11
04:48 UTC

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Lions

Not the Detroit kind, either!

Ahahaha.

The lion is a type of big cat native to the African savanna and plains of India. Male lions have manes of long fur around their necks and are larger than females, which are called lionesses.

Lions live and hunt in packs called prides, usually with one mature male and several females with their cubs.

Lionesses do the bulk of the hunting for the pride, whereas the male lions hang around for protection from other large cats, humans, and other threats to the family.

The male lions, when they reach adulthood maturity, leave their home pride to find a new one, then challenge the lead male of the pride found elsewhere. Lions are very territorial and can have keep dozens of square miles in their territory.

When a new adult male lion wins a challenge for another lead male's pride, he will murder all the cubs fathered by the old leader to send the lionesses into estrus, then mate with the lionesses to sire new cubs.

Crazy, right?

Lions can hunt zebra, wildebeest, giraffes, caribou, buffalo, and even larger prey or other predators. Since their habitat has been encroached upon by humans, the lions suffer from stress caused by this, which is the reason that lions killing jaguars, leopards, cheetahs, or other large or medium sized cats continues to become an increasing problem.

Lions sleep for around twenty hours a day, spending the rest of the time socializing, hunting, and eating. They can present a threat to a single human, although lions would be much less likely to attack a large group of humans.

Think you would win a fight with a lion? I doubt! Adult lions in the wild range from between 280 and 420 pounds. My 7 pound cat can win a fight with me, so I don't think I'd stand a chance!

Thanks for reading and responding. Have a wonderful day!

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2024/02/06
13:55 UTC

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Snow leopards

Known as The Ghost of the Mountain, the snow leopard is an incredible predator with giant, fluffy paws.

The tufts of fur between their toes help keep their feet warm in the snow of the Himalayas, where many of these leopards live and hunt. These tufty toes also help snow leopards move in silence, since any sound over a certain elevation may cause an avalanche of snow off the mountainside.

Snow leopards can leap down from fifty or more feet above their prey, aiming to grab the animal, usually a mountain goat or similar, directly by the jugular to complete the kill. This technique prevents any scream from escaping the prey animal, again, to prevent avalanche at the high elevation in which the snow leopards live.

With large ears resembling satellite dishes, the elusive snow leopard moves in near-complete silence, which is why it is called The Ghost of the Mountain.

You wouldn't know the snow leopard was stalking you until much too late.

I love snow leopards. Favorite animal.

🧊 ❄ 🐆 🐾

5 Comments
2024/02/02
14:39 UTC

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Did you know cats learn and have similar brain patterns as a 4 year old

I'm not 100% on this please fact check before telling someone anything but cats learn through habits and repetitive like if you use the oven often then your cat(s) will call to you when the oven goes off or if your constant on your sleep and you decide to stay up your cat will be confused another example is a cat can have a sense of times for example my grandma had three cats and at first around 6 pm she called them for soft food as a treat then they started waiting at 6 in the kitchen calling out to get her to feed them in time cats learn they have choices and they can get you to do things and if you live with a four year old they act just like a cat I know this because my brother as far as I know has the brain of a four year old thanks to an accident and he acted thought like a cat would

5 Comments
2024/01/02
20:52 UTC

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Food for thought - I wanted to get your thoughts on this post information. "Paws and Zzzs: Pros and Cons of Sharing Your Bed with Your Cat! 😺🛌"

Today, let's dive into the age-old debate – the pros and cons of letting your feline friend share your bed. 🛌

Pros:

Cuddle Therapy: Nothing beats the warmth and comfort of cuddling with your cat for a good night's sleep.

Reduced Stress: Cat companionship can lower stress levels and provide a sense of security.

Warmth on Cold Nights: Cats are natural heat sources, making those chilly nights cozier.

Bonding Time: Sharing the bed enhances the bond between you and your furry friend.

Natural Alarm Clock: Some cats have a knack for waking you up at the perfect time.

Cons:

Disturbed Sleep: Cats might disrupt your sleep with their nocturnal activities or random bursts of energy.

Allergies: If you're allergic to cats, sharing a bed might exacerbate symptoms.

Space Invasion: Cats may claim a significant portion of your bed, leaving you with limited space.

Potential for Scratching: Claws and midnight stretches might result in unintentional scratches.

Hygiene Concerns: Cat fur and dander in the bed could pose hygiene challenges.

What are your experiences and thoughts on this feline bedtime dilemma? Share your stories, tips, and opinions below! 🌙💤 #RedditCatSaversTips

Visit us on r/redditcatsavers. New community for all things cat. It's purrfect 😺.

4 Comments
2023/12/30
19:33 UTC

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Pls help

So 5 days ago I took my male cat to the vets as I noticed he had blood in his litter box i watched him go to the toilet and seen it was from his private area (there was also wee with the blood) I explained this to the vets they asked how his behaviour was I said the only difference is he’s going in and out the box a lot they asked about eating and drinking I told them he’s eating all his food and drinking a good amount a day they gave him a injection in the back of his neck gave me some pain relief tablets to take for 3 days and a liquid to give him for 5 days.

I instantly noticed he wasn’t using the bathroom no where near as much as he was before the medication every chance I’ve had I’ve looked in litter to observe any blood and all was okay until today there was a little bit of blood again😣😢I really don’t know what to do is this normal… he is on a little bit of dry food I’ve read a lot today and people are saying just wet food and water please help me I am so stressed out and I never want my cat to be in pain or discomfort.

8 Comments
2023/12/27
22:19 UTC

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What do you think? Did they list the breeds you think would be hard for first time cat parents?

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2023/10/18
16:47 UTC

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Some fascinating Tabby Cat facts! Do you know them all?

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2023/09/29
23:41 UTC

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Did you know the black-footed cat is the deadliest cat

There is a "big" cat called the black-footed cat 60% of their hunts are successful and they are the cutest thing in fact my pfp is a black-footed cat search it up have a nice day

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2023/09/16
20:31 UTC

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What do you think? Does your cat think your their Mommy?

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2023/08/19
22:13 UTC

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Cat-Facts!

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Cats have a hundred voice chords.

Cats can make more than 100 different sounds with their two main voice cords. They help the airway and the cartilage in the throat do their jobs.

Cat jaws cannot be moved sideways.

They are mostly made to kill their food, and they can open up very wide to make sure of it. Cats also can't chew their food very well. 

Under a blacklight, cat urine glows. Why?

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2023/08/08
07:51 UTC

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Do You Sleep Longer Than a Cat?

A cat sleeps for most of its life.

A cat will sleep about 15 hours a day, on average. Some cats can sleep up to 20 hours in one day. Most of the time, these cats are busy at night, so they sleep most of the time during the day. Did you know?

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2023/08/07
06:34 UTC

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How to find a lost cat

There is a Japanese legend who talks about a method to find cats that have left the house and never come back.

The technique is to talk to the street cats in the neighborhood as if you would talk to anyone and ask them about your cat, describe it and it is, their hair tone, even tell th what it's called, ask them to help you find it, tell him how much you love him and how much you want him to come home.

They will communicate with each other to help your cat return home.

2 Comments
2023/08/02
12:57 UTC

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9 Fascinating Facts about Female Cats #9 is very interesting!

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2023/07/31
22:56 UTC

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9 Interesting Facts About Male Cat |This Was Unexpected!!

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2023/07/29
01:30 UTC

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We all do what we can for our babies. This is helpful to make sure we aren’t unknowingly neglecting their needs.

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2023/07/28
07:21 UTC

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Get ready to fall in love with Ragdoll cats! 🐱💕

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2023/07/24
09:53 UTC

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CAT scans are painless

0 Comments
2023/06/30
06:57 UTC

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C.A.T., or Clear Air Turbulence can toss an aircraft around violently with little warning.

It is a good idea to keep your seatbelt loosely fastened even after the captain has turned off the seatbelt sign.

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2023/06/30
06:54 UTC

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Cat Stevens has sold over 100 million records.

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2023/06/30
06:48 UTC

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Who's the cat that won't cop out when there's danger all about?

Shaft.

John Shaft.

1 Comment
2023/06/25
01:52 UTC

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/r/CatFacts is going to go full stupid.

Well, it's been four days.

The vast majority on my previous post have said they prefer the subreddit to be open, but not stick to its previous rules. Therefore I have edited the rules.

New rules!

There are two types of /r/CatFacts post.

1. Unverifiable facts about felines. Post anything which sounds like a real cat fact. If it can be independently verified though, we don't want it! Get that outta here, I only want alternative cat facts.


Examples:

"Cats don't actually sleep that much, they just don't want you to bother them"

"Calico cats have been proven to be significantly more evil than all other types of cat"


2. Verifiable facts about all non-feline cats.Examples:


"The heavy machinery company bobcat ended a 7-year-relationship with Doosan in 2018, when Doosan partnered instead with Hyundai."

"Community Accessible Transport is necessary for Civilian Army Technicians to get to the Center for Army Tactics"

"The cat which received the most rooster in a single day belongs to Lisa Sparks, who took 919 roosters in a twelve-hour period."


Please note, this does not mean you are allowed to post pictures or video of that third type of cat.

I'll stick my head in occasionally to check on the chaos, but without my preferred methods of accessing Reddit I'm unlikely to do so with any frequency.

3 Comments
2023/06/24
09:06 UTC

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Human-Animal Interaction Lab Survey on Human Perception of Cat Emotion

We are currently looking for participants (anyone over 18 years old) to complete an online research survey as part of a research project at Oregon State University. This survey will take approximately 20-30 minutes. Participants will view images of cats in different settings and respond to questions related to the cat’s perceived status, the cat’s emotional state and their own emotional response to viewing each image. Participants will also be asked their opinions about the emotional capabilities of cats, as well as how they feel about cats having access to outdoor spaces.Anyone over the age of 18 years old is invited to participate. The survey link can be found here: https://beav.es/TZu/

Thank you!

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3 Comments
2023/06/19
22:23 UTC

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Ear Scratches Are Still The Best.

4 Comments
2023/06/19
15:09 UTC

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