Vibrissae, or whiskers, in cats are not just an element of appearance, but an important tool for touch and communication.
They help cats navigate the world around them, hunt, identify objects, and even understand the mood of their fellow cats.
Trimming your mustache can have negative consequences, so it is important to understand what this can lead to.
Disorientation
Trimmed whiskers significantly complicate the cat's orientation in space. The pet may collide with objects, not notice danger and lose its sense of security.
Problems with hunting
Without whiskers, cats have a harder time determining the distance to their prey and assessing its movements. This can lead to unsuccessful hunts and forced starvation.
Disruption of social connections
Whiskers are an important means of communication for cats. Trimming whiskers can negatively affect the ability of a furry pet to recognize the mood and intentions of its fellows, which can lead to conflicts and, accordingly, stress.
Impact on health
This point follows smoothly from the previous one – stress can cause a cat to develop various diseases related to digestion, the immune system, skin, etc.
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