Myths about cats deciphered: truth or fiction?

by Lilou Bastet

Cats, with their mysterious behavior and unique habits, are often surrounded by myths and legends. This article aims to debunk some of these popular myths and reveal the truth behind them.

Myth 1: Cats Have Seven Lives
This is probably one of the most famous cat myths. In reality, cats only have one life. This myth probably comes from their agility and their ability to escape various perilous situations.

Myth 2: Cats Always Fall On Their Paws
Although cats have an incredible righting reflex, they don't always land on their feet. They can get injured, especially if they fall from a great height.

Myth 3: Cats Detect Evil Spirits
There is no scientific evidence that cats can detect evil spirits. However, they have excellent sensory perception, which allows them to notice things that we can't always see or hear.

Myth 4: Black cats bring bad luck
This belief is an old woman superstition without any scientific basis. The color of a cat's coat has nothing to do with luck or misfortune.

Conclusion
There are many myths surrounding cats, but most of them are either exaggerations or beliefs with no scientific basis. It is important to focus on the real facts to better understand and care for these fascinating animals.

The Catsafe.fr team


Sources

  • Bernard, Anne. “Demystifying feline superstitions.” Feline Studies, 2022.

  • Moreau, Stéphanie. “Cats and their myths: scientific analysis.” Feline Behavior Journal, 2023.

  • Rousseau, Pierre. “Myths and facts about cats.” Animal Life Magazine, 2021.

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