We bet you've jumped more than once when you suddenly noticed a cat sneaking up on you?
In such situations, cat owners have only one question: maybe there were real ninjas in their family? How else to explain the cat's ability to move almost silently?
In fact, our furry companions have plenty of secret secrets.
Anatomy of the paws
Cat paws, as we know, are “equipped” with soft pads – they absorb sound.
And the claws of cats have the ability to retract, which is why they do not click when they touch the floor.
A special gait
Another explanation for the cat's silence is that these animals place their hind legs exactly in the footsteps of their front paws, and also move smoothly, gradually shifting their weight.
Flexible body
This "option" allows the cat to slide through tight spaces without any problems.
Another benefit of increased flexibility is that it helps you maintain balance while moving.
Keen hearing
Cats have excellent hearing, can pick up even the quietest sounds and are therefore gifted with the ability to adjust their movements to remain unnoticed.
Whiskers-sensors
The whiskers of these animals help them navigate in the dark and avoid accidental collisions with a variety of objects.
