Cats have been objects of interest to people around the world for a long time. The ancient Egyptians are credited with being the first to domesticate cats; after this, they were bred and carried abroad by travelers who knew that they were perfect for companionship and as exotic beauties.
“The Cats“ Broadway musical, is a good example of how these furry miracles can inspire artists of different eras.
Tolstoy even told the tale of a cat who was critical to his story “Master and Margarita”; Sir Winston Churchill firmly believed that cats were important companions and always had his pal Jock in the room when meals were to commence.
To prevent his cats from letting in too much sunlight by opening the door into dark the laboratory, Sir Isaac Newton, invented the cat flap, now known as door flap. Invented in the 17th century, door flap is still a much needed article to help cats circulate in and out of the house.
Cats have even inspired scientists; Nikola Tesla ruminated about what electricity was while stroking his cat cat Macak while a child. The repeated contact of his hand with the cat’s fur produced sparks, which led Tesla to make astonishing discoveries in the realm of mechanical and electrical engineering!
Cat’s gracious movements, the mesmerizing eyes and the hypnotizing purr are appealing to everyone. You can even find cat fancier clubs just for cat lovers as well as salons and pet clothing lines that cater to your feline’s needs. Cats are appreciated by their owners so much that they have been known to go on shopping sprees just for their cats and buy things such as the Frontline plus for cats.
However cats are not only pleasant to the eye they also have certain therapeutic virtues. According to a study published in 2002 by professors Allen K, Blascovich J, Mendes WB, of the State University of New York , contact with cats can help lower high blood pressure. In their article entitled “Cardiovascular reactivity and the presence of pets, friends, and spouses: the truth about cats and dogs”, they provide evidence on the way cats help moderate reaction to stress and improve one’s health.
Cats are low maintenance, house animals, that is one of the reasons for their popularity in North America. There are more than 82 million domesticated cats in the United States according to a 2007 study conducted by the American Veterinary Medical Association. A cat that is an indoor cat only will have a significantly longer lifespan when compared with a cat who is allowed outdoors. They are less exposed to bacteria and diseases, are safe from cat fight injuries and are not exposed to risks caused by motor vehicles. Whether or not to have an indoor cat is a personal decision that depends on different factors. You must love and care for your cat. If you take someone in, you are responsible for them. Do not let them down.