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  2. Whiskers - Wikipedia

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    A cat with vibrissae A chinchilla with large macrovibrissae. Whiskers or vibrissae (/ v ə ˈ b r ɪ s i /; sg.: vibrissa; / v ə ˈ b r ɪ s ə /) are a type of stiff, functional hair used by most therian mammals to sense their environment. [1] These hairs are finely specialised for this purpose, whereas other types of hair are coarser as ...

  3. Sphynx cat - Wikipedia

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    The Sphynx cat (pronounced SFINKS, / ˈ s f ɪ ŋ k s /) also known as the Canadian Sphynx, is a breed of cat known for its lack of fur.Hairlessness in cats is a naturally occurring genetic mutation, and the Sphynx was developed through selective breeding of these animals, starting in the 1960s.

  4. Cat's whiskers - Wikipedia

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    Cat's whiskers may also refer to: Cat's-whisker detector, an electric component; Orthosiphon aristatus, a plant commonly known as cat's whiskers

  5. 21 Cats That Don't Shed (or Shed Less) - AOL

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    A small feline with comically big ears, a Devon Rex definitely doesn't look like your typical house cat. Fortunately, they don't shed like the typical house cat, either, and have a very short ...

  6. American Wirehair - Wikipedia

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    The American Wirehair is a breed of domestic cat originating in upstate New York, which is characterized by its wiry fur and crinkly whiskers caused by a genetic mutation. As of 2017, though the breed is well-known, it is ranked as the rarest of the 41 Cat Fanciers' Association breeds. [1]

  7. New Study Explains Why Cats Love to Scratch Furniture ... - AOL

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    "Without shedding these outer layers, a cat’s nails would grow abnormally, possibly curving around and stabbing into the paw. Scratching on objects helps a cat shed these nail sheaths and keep ...

  8. Cat senses - Wikipedia

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    Cat senses are adaptations that allow cats to be highly efficient predators. Cats are good at detecting movement in low light, have an acute sense of hearing and smell, and their sense of touch is enhanced by long whiskers that protrude from their heads and bodies. These senses evolved to allow cats to hunt effectively at dawn and dusk.

  9. Sad 8-Year-Old Kitty at Cat Cafe Is Breaking Hearts, As ...

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    So far over 3,000 cats have been adopted through Crumbs & Whiskers and more than 4,000 cats have been saved from euthanasia. The organization has also donated over $50,000 to charity.