Cats 101 Amazing Facts about Cats: 100+ Amazing Cat & Kitten Facts, Photos, Quiz + More

By Jenny Kellett

"Learn More About Your Favorite Feline Friend"

It's hard not to love cats; in fact, over 35% of American households have at least one cat! But how much do you and your kids know about your kittens or cats?

They're not just cute and furry; they really are very fascinating. Whether yo

• Language: English
• Publisher: Bellanova Books
• Release date: Feb 14, 2023
• ISBN: 9786192640682

Jenny Kellett

Jenny Kellett is a versatile non-fiction author with over 10 years of experience, specializing in subjects ranging from animals like sloths and red pandas to fun facts and volcanoes. Born in the UK and raised in Australia, Jenny now resides in Spain, where she enjoys life with her cats and husband. For her latest book, Jenny brings together two of her favorite guilty pleasures: facts and Christmas.

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Thank you for buying my latest book. As a lifelong cat lover, I had so much fun researching and writing this book, and I hope you enjoy reading it!

My cats Lulu and Panda, who kept me

company while writing the book.

Cats: The Facts

Like a human fingerprint, a cat’s nose has a unique ridged pattern.

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When cats are in a bad mood, they thrash their tails back and forth—so it’s a good idea to leave her alone! Dogs do this when they’re happy.

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Cats spend around 30 percent of their time awake cleaning themselves.

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A Russian blue.

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Cats can make over 100 different sounds, whereas dogs can only make 10.

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Cats often squeeze their eyes shut when they are happy.

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Ever wondered why companies don’t sell mouse-flavored cat food? When scientists tested it, cats didn’t like it!

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A cat’s average body temperature is warmer than a human’s at around 101.5 °F (38.6 °C)