Facts 91-95

91. A cat will almost never meow at another cat. A cat only meows for its mother or human caregiver.

92. A cat's normal body temperature is 101½ degrees Fahrenheit.

93. When the Plague swept across England, one belief was that cats caused the epidemic and so thousands were slaughtered. Ironically, the people who kept their cats were less affected because their houses were clear of the real culprit, rats.

94. The domestic cat is the only feline species able to hold its tail vertically while walking.

95. Cats, unlike dogs, do not learn tricks to win your approval. Cats can be taught to perform tasks such as retrieving toys and jumping through hoops--but it takes patience, perseverance... and many pet treats.

Bonus: "A cat has nine lives: for three he plays, for three he strays, and for three he stays." -- English proverb

Image: emidunshine's cats Aurora and Jasmine