Cat Anatomy.
Fascinating Feline Anatomy Facts!

Cat anatomy is really fascinating when you think about it. How can cats jump so high? How do they function so well in the dark? Why is their sense of smell so good?

This section of the website looks at feline anatomy in detail and answers some of the most common, unusual and fascinating questions about cats and how their bodies work.

First, there's a table which compares cat and human anatomy. Below this, there are links to pages that answer some of the most interesting questions on how and why cats' bodies work the way they do.

Cat Anatomy vs. Human Anatomy

Cat Eyes

Click on the title above to find out how cats see in the dark, whether they can see in color, what determines cat eye color and more.

Other pages about cat eyes that may be of interest:

Cat Eye Problems
Cat Blindness

Cat Years to Human Years Calculator

Click on the above link for an easy to use conversion table which shows you at a glance how old your cat would be if he was a human!

Cat Life Expectancy

Cat lifespan is affected by a number of different things, many of which you can influence. Click on the link above for more information.

Other pages that may be of interest:

Cat Health Problems
Cat Illnesses

Cat Gestation Period

Click the title above to find out about the length of a cat's gestation period and work out when your cat's kittens are due.

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Kitten Care - Tips, Information and Advice
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Kitten Development from 0 to 12 Weeks Old

Aging Cats

As cats age their bodies undergo a number of changes. Click on the title above to read about those changes and how to deal with them.

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Elderly Cat Care - How to Care for your Elderly Kitty

Cat Whiskers

Cats use their whiskers for a lot more than you might think! Click on the title above to find out more, and also if you're concerned about whiskers falling out.