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Cats are known to have been fully domesticated in Egypt circa 4000 B.C., where they were highly regarded, which lead some to think it is likely domestic cats evolved from the African wildcat.
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A cat will clean itself with paw and tongue after a dangerous experience or when it has fought with another cat. This is believed to be an attempt by the animal to soothe its nerves by doing something natural and instinctive.
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Spaying a female before her first or second heat will greatly reduce the threat of mammary cancer and uterine disease. A cat does not need to have at least 1 litter to be healthy, nor will they 'miss' motherhood. A tabby named 'Dusty' gave birth to 420 documented kittens in her lifetime, while 'Kitty' gave birth to 2 kittens at the age of 30, having given birth to a documented 218 kittens in her lifetime.
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On average, a cat will sleep for 16 hours a day.
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About 37% of American homes today have at least 1 cat.
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