A Michael Broad Blog
Is the metabolism of the domestic cat faster than that of humans? Yes, the metabolism of domestic cats is indeed faster than that of humans. Cats have a higher basal metabolic rate, meaning their bodies use energy at a quicker rate to maintain essential functions like breathing, circulation, and temperature regulation. For instance, the …
I have employed the visually more interesting technique of an infographic to explain why an injury to a Siamese cat might cause the coat pattern to be temporarily altered as the Siamese cat pointed coat is heat sensitive. In fact, to study the sealpoint Siamese coat pattern is to observe what amounts to a …
Yes, domestic and feral cats may shiver when cold and particularly when hypothermic (see below). However, I have never seen it and I think that it is quite rare. Perhaps this is because cats are well insulated and are tolerant of the cold up to a certain temperature. I think it’s more common in …
Taurine is important for cats because it is necessary for many aspects of metabolism and it plays important roles in: bile acid conjugation; the function of the retina; the function of the myocardium. Note: I have to quote the scientists for the sake of precision because this is a complex subject. Bile acid conjugation …
