Cats wow us with their affection, fierce independence, hunting abilities, and playfulness. But owning a cat has downsides too. This article looks at the advantages and disadvantages of owning a cat. ... You can even go away for a weekend without having to hire a pet sitter. The cat will even clean itself. 2. read more
Domesticated cats have been around since 3600 B.C. Adult cats only meow to communicate with humans, not with other cats. They meow at the pitch of a human baby when they are hungry. Killing cats was against the law in ancient Egypt. They can hear much higher sound pitches than humans, up to 64 kHz compared to 20kHz for humans. read more
A pet might be a fine addition for families with young kids, however a large breed of dog for example, will require extra attention and training to make sure it is safe around children. Similarly, aggressive types of snakes or territorial pets may not be the best addition if you have dependents living with you. read more