Why Cats Don't Always Land on All Fours: Myths and Facts
Many people think that cats always land on all fours. But this is not always the case.
Let's figure out why this happens.
Cats actually have incredible reflexes and a sense of balance that allow them to cope with falls.
If a cat finds itself in flight, it can quickly determine its position and instantly adjust its muscles and paws.
This causes cats to press their paws down and tilt their bodies upward to balance their position in several planes.
However, this does not mean that cats always land on all fours.
If the animal falls too low or too high, it may not have enough time to perform the necessary maneuvers. In this case, the cat can be seriously injured or even killed.
Additionally, some cats may lose muscle control in mid-air if they are frightened or stressed.
Moreover, if a cat falls into water or onto a soft surface, it can affect its body's ability to quickly and correctly orient itself.
Therefore, you should not rely on cats to always save themselves if they fall. So when playing with your cat at height, be sure to be extremely careful.
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