VERY INTERESTING NUMBER 92: KITTENS

 Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are talking about

KITTENS

Cats are very unique creatures that we’ve grown to love and enjoy. Because they’re so fascinating, it’s not surprising that there are many facts about our domestic felines that some may be unaware of. Here we’ve compiled a list of some facts about cats and kittens that you may not have known!

#1 – Kittens Can’t See & Hear Fully Until 2-3 Weeks Old

Kittens eyes open at around 1 week of age, but they can’t see or hear clearly until they are 2-3 weeks old. This makes them completely dependent on mom for their tiny little lives.

#2 – Kittens Sleep Around 18 Hours Per Day

Kittens conserve their energy by sleeping an average of 18 hours a day! That gives them plenty of fuel for growing strong and quickly into the adult cats we know so well. Even more interesting is the fact that a certain growth hormone is only released during sleep, which is why they must rest to grow.

#3 – Newborn Kittens Purr

Even newborn kittens can purr and can often be heard doing so while they’re nursing or their mothers are cleaning them. While their squeaks and squeals are much more obvious, if you listen closely you’ll hear their content little motors running.

#4 – Kittens Have a Strong Sense of Smell

Kittens can see colour once they get their full vision, although they won’t see them as well as humans do. Because of this, they rely very much on a strong sense of smell that develops when their eyesight and hearing does.

#5 – Kittens Can Be Right or Left-Pawed

Kittens can be right- or left-pawed, the same way people are right- or left-handed. If you watch closely, you’ll be able to determine whether your kitten uses his right or left paw when checking out new things.

And as always have a chilled day from the Viking.