Pet Cats
Cats Can Be Perfect Pets
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Cat eyes are a fount of mystery
Cat's eyes have always been a subject of mystery & fascination. They have been perceived as beautiful, mystifying, captivating and even scary. Not only can cats ‘control their eyes very effectively, but also can respond very efficiently to their environment because of their eyes. For instance, while we humans can move our eyes only horizontally, to narrow them into slits, a cat can narrow its eyes horizontally and vertically. This implies that the mechanism of their eyes is similar to that of a roller blind. Cats can thus shift their vision from side-to-side as well as from up to down, making it possible for them to fine-tune their vision perfectly. In addition, cats possess a magnificent perception of depth; they have sharp binocular vision, and can also make out 3-D images. That cats can see perfectly well in complete darkness is a myth. However, their eyes are decidedly further powerful in low and dim light than human eyes. This is because, even when the light source reaching the eye is dizzy, cats can avail this light more resourcefully due to a layer of cells they have at the back of their eyes. These cells act as the mirror that then successfully reflects even a weak source of light, thus enabling cats to see as much as 6 to ten times better than us humans. In fact the "glowing" eyes often observed in cats in the night especially in the glow of headlights is merely the light being reflected by the cells. A lesser-known fact about cats is that they possess a third lid, known as the nictitating membrane. This membrane provides a cat with additional eye protection, and sharper vision. Although it is not conspicuous in most cats, the extra lid can be noticed in a dozing feline. The one place in which the eyes of a cat are less developed than human eyes is color. Cats are not color blind, but it is difficult for them to discern colors. Their eyes tend to distinguish between the hue of a particular color rather than the actual color itself. Thus cats do see colors, but with less differentiation. The eyes of a cat are fascinating instruments; they have been the inspiration for many a writer, poet, artist and even gemologist (The Cats Eye is a popular gemstone, known to ward off evil). The enhanced capability of movement possible for the eyes of a cat gives it a wide range of expressions. From mysterious eyes narrowed to a slit to an unblinking stare out of huge rounded eyes, a cat can maneuver its gaze till you cant help but stop and stare into its intriguing orbs. Can Cats Live With Other Pets How To Keep Cats From Scratching Furniture Adopting A Cat Brings In Several Responsibilities Cats Resources Dont Scrimp On Grooming Cats Traveling With Cats Needs Meticulous Planning When Not To Get A Cat Cat Toys Are The Best Way To Keep Your Pet Occupied How Catnip Affects Cats How To Handle Aggression In Cats American Shorthair Cats Have Won Their Deserved Respect Tonkinese Cats Are An Owners Delight Declawing Cats Is Indefensible Cat Bites Can Cause Severe Pain And Inflammation Taming Feral Cats Can Create New Problems Bringing A New Cat Home Maine Coon Cats Are Gentle Giants Persian Cats Are The Queen Of Cats Points To Keep In Mind While Buying A Cat How To Train Your Cat Cats Body Language Can Help You Decipher Its Moods Keeping A Cat Occupied Needs Time And Effort How To Avoid Common Cat Rearing Mistakes Grooming Cuddly Kitties Is Fun The Siamese Cat Is A Delight To Behold
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