Whisker Wisdom
Cats have this many toes on each back paw.
What is four?
This tiny insect can infest both cats and dogs and causes constant scratching.
What is a flea?
Kittens are typically born with their eyes this color before their adult eye color developes.
What is blue?
This orange cat loves lasagna and hates Mondays.
Who is Garfield
Cats typically do this to communicate that they want attention, food, play, or access to a closed room.
What is meowing?
This sound, created by rapidly contracting laryngeal muscles, can mean everything from contentment to stress.
What is purring?
A skin fungus that causes circular hair loss and can be contagious to other animals and humans.
What is ringworm?
Kittens typically begin walking and exploring their surroundings around this age.
What is about 3-4 weeks?
This internet-famous cat was known for her permanently grumpy face.
Who is Grumpy cat
When a cat slow blinks at you, it can be a sign of this emotion.
What is trust or affection?
When a cat is content, this rhythmic behavior often involves pushing its paws against a soft surface.
What is kneading, or making muffins/biscuits?
Toys, treats, scratching posts, and puzzle feeders can all provide this for a happy, healthy cat.
What is enrichment?
A kitten may spend up to 20 hours a day doing this important activity.
What is sleeping?
This heroic orange tabby helped a Shrek sidekick fight with style.
Who is Puss in Boots
A cat sitting with its tail wrapped around its body and ears forward is generally displaying this type of body language.
What is relaxed/comfortable?
Cats have this number of muscles in each ear.
What is 32?
Cats often get hairballs from doing this natural grooming behavior.
What is locking or cleaning their fur
Kittens are born without this important sense fully developed, but it starts to develop within their first few weeks of life.
What is hearing?
This Disney rodent became a great chef in the city of Paris.
Who is Remy
A cat with its ears flattened back, tail puffed up, and body crouched is most likely feeling this.
What is scared or threatened?
Cats can jump approximately this many times their own body length in a single leap.
What is 5-6 times?
The communication method volunteers use to share medical, behavior or concerns with Volunteer Engagement
What are Volunteer Observation Forms?
This important health measure should always be taken when handling kittens to help prevent the spread of illness.
What are wearing gloves and/or washing hands?
Who are Tom and Jerry
When a cat exposes its belly, it does NOT necessarily mean it wants this.