Top 10 Facts About Cats

Top 10 Facts About Cats

Cats are one of the most beloved animals in the world, and for good reason – they’re cute, cuddly, and often full of personality. But there’s so much more to cats than their charming personalities. Here are 10 interesting facts about cats that you may not know:

1. Cats have been domesticated for thousands of years and were first kept as pets by the Ancient Egyptians.

2. A group of cats is known as a ‘clowder’.

3. Most cats have five toes on their front paws but some can have six or even seven toes – this is known as polydactylism!

4. Cats can make over 100 different sounds whereas dogs can only make around 10 sounds.

5. Cats have a special type of night vision which allows them to see up to six times better than humans at night!

6. The average domestic cat can run at speeds up to 30 miles per hour!

7. Domestic cats usually live anywhere from 12-16 years on average, though some breeds like Maine Coons can live longer than 20 years if given proper care and nutrition!

8. The heaviest cat ever recorded was named Himmy from Australia and weighed in at over 47 pounds (21kg).

9) While most people think that all cats hate water, many breeds like the Turkish Van actually love it!

10) The word “cat” derives from the Latin word cattus which means “domestic feline” or “pet cat” – not just any regular wildcat!