In the long history of human civilization, cats, this furry creature, has always been like a mysterious mist, attracting the attention of countless people. With their elegant posture and mysterious temperament, they have quietly entered human life, leaving a unique mark in the chapter of history.
Archaeological findings show that cats began to cross paths with humans as early as 7500 BC. At that time, human beings in the Fertile Crescent had just stepped into farming society, and the stored grain attracted rodents, while the cat’s keen hunting instincts happened to be the natural guardian of the grain. The symbiotic relationship between humans and cats sprouted, gradually evolving from a simple “rodent hunting partner” to an emotionally intimate bond. In ancient Egypt, cats were worshipped as the embodiment of the gods. They were made into mummies and buried in the pyramids with the pharaohs, and their status can be seen. Ancient Egyptians even built temples for cats, dedicated to the cat god Best, that it can bring peace and happiness to the family.
The cat’s body structure is a masterpiece of nature. Their bones are light and flexible, with 24 vertebrae, five more than humans, which enables them to easily perform various difficult maneuvers, such as jumping gracefully and turning nimbly. The cat’s eyes are like two brilliant jewels, the pupils can quickly adjust the size according to the intensity of the light, and in the dark, their eyesight is six times stronger than that of humans, and they can clearly capture the prey’s every move. The cat’s ears are extremely sensitive and can hear high-frequency sounds undetectable to humans, even the subtle footsteps of a mouse cannot escape their ears. In addition, the cat’s soft and flexible meat pads not only allow them to walk silently, but also play a cushioning effect when jumping to the ground, to protect the body from injury.
The cat’s body structure is a masterpiece of nature. Their bones are light and flexible, with 24 vertebrae, five more than humans, which enables them to easily perform various difficult maneuvers, such as jumping gracefully and turning nimbly. The cat’s eyes are like two brilliant jewels, the pupils can quickly adjust the size according to the intensity of the light, and in the dark, their eyesight is six times stronger than that of humans, and they can clearly capture the prey’s every move. The cat’s ears are extremely sensitive and can hear high-frequency sounds undetectable to humans, even the subtle footsteps of a mouse cannot escape their ears. In addition, the cat’s soft and flexible meat pads not only allow them to walk silently, but also play a cushioning effect when jumping to the ground, to protect the body from injury.
Cats can have a wide variety of personalities, ranging from the independent and unruly to the gentle and clingy. They often enjoy their own time alone, lazily sunbathing on a windowsill or licking their fur in a corner, immersed in a world of self-cleaning. Yet, when they want to be close to their owners, they show their tenderness and dependence without mincing words. They will rub their soft heads against their owner’s legs and make soft purring noises, which sound like a warm lullaby that instantly melts one’s heart. Some cats will also quietly lie on the side of the owner when he is busy, accompanied by a silent way to express their love for the owner.
The daily behavior of cats is full of fun and mystery. They are curious about everything new, a rolling ball of wool, a piece of fluttering paper, can become the object of their play. They will excitedly chase the toy, sometimes jumping, sometimes pouncing, showing exuberant vigor. Cats also have a unique habit of sharpening their claws, not only to keep them sharp, but also as a way of marking their territory. By leaving scratch marks on furniture or cat scratching boards, they announce to other animals that the area belongs to them. Cats are also very particular about their sleeping habits, as they sleep for about 12 – 16 hours a day, some even longer. However, their sleep is not always in a deep state, but alternates between light and deep sleep, and they will wake up immediately at the slightest movement, which is an alertness they have developed over a long period of evolution.