Cat lovers have put cats on a pedestool for many years. This comes as no surprise because cats are interesting animals. From their behavior to their body make-up, cats are fascinating! Cat whiskers, lesser known as tactile hairs or vibrissae are as interesting as a cat itself. The top and bottom rows of cats’ whiskers move separately, aiding the cat to detect wind which helps them find out where a scent is coming from. Whiskers are also part of a system that allows cats to detect atmospheric weather changes that mean a storm or even an earthquake is headed its way.

A feline’s whiskers help them find what they do not visualize. Although cats see better than humans in the dark, it is a myth that cats have superior night vision. What truly is the case is that their whiskers help to guide them in the dark.

When a cat catches prey, such as a mouse, it will use its whiskers to determine if the mouse will take off if it is set down

Cat’s whiskers are much thicker than cat hair. Cats do lose their whiskers. The good news is they grow back.

Cat’s whiskers can tell you things based upon their movement.

Here are some tips on reading your cat’s whisker position:

1. Lowered Whiskers- Your cat is not feeling well, not happy or just plain bored. If your kitty seems to always have drooping whiskers try chaning cat toys to help relieve her boredom.

2. If your cat’s whiskers are twitching they are seeking out food or sensing another animal.

3. Whiskers Extended Outward From Mouth And Spread Far Apart- Kitty is happy and calm. The more spread out the whiskers are, the happier the kitty is.

4. When your cat holds its whiskers back close to his face, they are not happy or feeling aggressive. If you have a cat that is feisty and aggressive constantly, you may need to play with them more. A wand teaser cat toy may help her get her frustrations out, at a safe distance from you.

5. Bunched Whiskers Flattened Toward The Face- Kitty is shy or frightened of something.

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