The old belief that domestic cats are solitary animals has been debunked. Like all social animals, there are solitary domestic cats, but they are generally social by nature. In larger populations of cats, such as on many farms or in some large cities, social interactions between animals are evident. While most other cat species are […]
What is a cat’s body made of?
The cat’s body Most cats are about 50 to 55 cm long and weigh around 5 kg, although female cats are usually a bit lighter and smaller than their male counterparts of the same breed. Depending on the breed, there are cats that, when fully grown, weigh only 2 kg or approach 10 kg without […]
What are cats good at?
Cats are hunters and can move very quickly; some can reach speeds of up to 50 kilometers per hour, which is as fast as a car driving through the city. Cats do not have a wide field of vision like horses; they only see what is directly in front of them. However, a cat can […]
How and where cats live
Cats are originally desert animals, which is why they generally don’t drink much water, as they absorb moisture from their prey. This is one of the reasons domestic cats are fed high-quality wet food. Through their own spread and human intervention, cats now live in almost every relatively warm part of the world, with Antarctica […]
Origin of the domestic cat
The history of the domestic cat begins about 4,000 years ago in ancient Egypt. There, people discovered the advantages of agile wild cats and allowed them into their homes and granaries as mousers. Thus, wild cats were tamed, valued, and revered by the Egyptians. Genetic studies suggest that the wildcat is likely the „ancestor“ of […]
Dogs and cats: The relationship between pets
Dog and cat Domestic dogs and cats have different needs, but they also share many similarities. To help pets adjust to each other, the home environment must cater to the needs of both animals. Dogs and cats have different rest requirements. A cat sleeps up to twenty hours a day, while dogs only need 12 […]
Dog and baby – tips for harmonious coexistence
Dog and baby – tips for harmonious coexistence When a family has a baby, it means a major change in daily life for everyone involved, including the family dog. For the dog and baby to adapt well from the start and have a safe and harmonious beginning to their longer family life, the dog should […]
Why do dogs bark?
Why do dogs bark? Find out what causes dogs to bark all the time. Our dogs’ ancestors, wolves, never communicated with each other through barking. Instead, they used facial expressions, body posture, growls, and howls as their primary means of communication. The frequent barking of today’s domesticated dogs is based on the fact that we […]
What are the rarest dog breeds?
What are the rarest dog breeds? Breeds like Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, or Dachshunds are well-known and widespread around the world. But what about the rare dog breeds that number fewer than 1,000 worldwide? Which dog breeds might be at risk of extinction? Some rare dog breeds you may have never even seen in your […]
Which dog breed is perhaps the best for a first-time owner?
Which dog breed is perhaps the best for a first-time owner? Every dog has different personality traits, but some breeds are easier to care for and train than others. Some breeds are considered more difficult to train because they have a strong will, which can make training challenging for the owner. Others are considered obedient […]