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Think You Know Cats?

Below are the answers to the quiz in the July-August newsletter.

1) Cats whiskers are for attracting the opposite sex: False. Cats whiskers are actually sensors they use to navigate in the dark.

2) The domestic cat we know today is most closely related to: the African wild cat and was domesticated over 2000 years ago.

3) Cats have special nerves in their paws to help keep there balance: False. Cats have an extra sensitive inner ear that keeps there balance.

4) An unspayed female can have how many litters per year: Four. Usually they average on two litters per year.

5) Healthy adult cats sleep how many hours each day: 16-18. Ahh what a lifestyle.

6) Cat behavior is mostly based on: Scent. If it, smells good it must be good.