Every pet owner has noticed the strange reaction of cats to air currents.
Irritation and instant withdrawal do not occur by chance, but have deep biological causes.
Instinctive defense
Behavior aimed at avoiding air currents was formed during the course of thousands of years of evolution of wild ancestors.
The protective reaction occurs as a mechanism for maintaining heat exchange and preventing loss of body temperature.
Anatomical features
A cat's fur is a complex biological thermoregulatory system.
Each hair performs the function of protection from external irritants.
Strong air currents disrupt the natural structure of the coat.
Scientists have found that cat fur has enormous sensitivity.
Numerous nerve endings react to the slightest changes in temperature and direction of air currents.
This hypersensitivity allows animals to instantly identify threats.
Psychological discomfort
Air flow makes cats feel vulnerable.
This sensation works on a subconscious level and makes the animal react quickly. The instinct of self-preservation blocks any attempts at external influence.
Wind is associated with potential danger.
The ancestors of modern domestic cats survived in difficult natural conditions, where sharp movements of air could warn of the approach of a predator or natural threat.
Temperature conditions
Cats are heat-loving animals with a high metabolic rate. Any cooling is perceived by them as a negative irritant.
Nature has endowed animals with a powerful thermoregulation mechanism that reacts to the slightest changes in temperature.
Experts note that the normal body temperature of a cat is thirty-eight degrees.
Even a slight decrease can be perceived as stress. The air flow immediately disrupts the thermal balance.
Individual differences
Each cat has a unique psychophysiological response.
Some animals are more sensitive to external stimuli, while others are more relaxed about them.
Genetic characteristics and upbringing conditions play an important role.
Experienced breeders recommend handling pets with care.
Sudden movements and directional air currents can cause anxiety and discomfort in animals.
