Cat Trivia

This category of articles is dedicated to exploring the world of cat trivia, providing readers with fascinating facts and information about our feline friends.

From the history of cats in ancient civilizations to the most popular breeds today, these articles cover a wide range of topics related to cat trivia.

A black cat looking in the sunlight with slitted eyes.

Why Do Cat’s Eyes Change From Slits to Wide-Eyed Pupils?

Caitlin Dempsey

A cat's pupils can change from wide-eyed to slitted.

A gray tabby lying near the white headboard of a bed.

Do Cats Have Belly Buttons?

Caitlin Dempsey

Learn where the navel is located on a cat.

A lykoi cat staring at the camera against a white background.

Lykoi: the Werewolf Cat

Caitlin Dempsey

Lykoi cats look like tiny werewolves.

An orange tabby sleeping on his side.

When Did Cats Become Indoor Pets?

Caitlin Dempsey

Nowadays, cats are indoor pets for most pet owners in the United States.

Stray cats at the São Jorge Castle in Lisbon, Portugal. Photo: Caitlin Dempsey.

Facts About Feral and Stray Cats

Caitlin Dempsey

Stray and feral cats are free-roaming domestic cats that have no owners.

Kao Taem (Nine Points). Treatise on Cats, 19th Century, British Library, Or 16008.

How Thai People Felt About Cats in the 19th Century

Caitlin Dempsey

19th century Thai culture believed that different cats, as well as other animals, could have different effects on their owners.

Drawing of a Manx Cat. From "Great Britain for Little Britons. A book for children, etc" by Eleanor Bulley, 1881.

Manx Cats Naturally Don’t Have Much of a Tail

Caitlin Dempsey

One of the most distinguishing characteristics of a Manx cat is the absence of a tail, which is caused by a genetic mutation.

The whiskers on cats helps them to decide if they can safely pass through narrow openings. Photo: Caitlin Dempsey.

Where Do Cats Have Whiskers?

Caitlin Dempsey

Whiskers help cats navigate their environment more accurately.

Black kitten sitting on a tree stump

10 Things to Know About Kittens

Caitlin Dempsey

Whether you're a first-time kitten owner or simply curious, here are ten interesting facts about young cats.

A gray tabby kitten staring.

Can Cats Understand Words?

Caitlin Dempsey

Cats can understand human language, but they typically learn only about twenty to forty words.

Black cat sitting in a blue bowl by a window.

Black Cats

Caitlin Dempsey

Why are some cats' coats black? Continue reading to find out more about black cats.