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Infographic on cat muscles and movement

January 17, 2023 by Michael Broad

A bit of feline anatomy for those who are interested. It is an overview by dint of the fact that it is an infographic with limited space. If you are interested in this important aspect of domestic cat anatomy, I have a page in on cat anatomy for kids. Also, an overview but in …

Why do cats have good balance?

July 3, 2020 by Michael Broad

Margay resting in a tree, typical behavior

There are a few reasons why domestic cats have better balance than people although there is an overlap in the anatomy of cats and people with respect to balance. Vestibular apparatus Both humans and cats have a vestibular apparatus. It is in the inner ear. It is made up of three fluid-filled semicircular canals. …