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Hi there...cats use their tail to express emotion. A flicked tail could signal irritation or frustration if it's quick and hard where a slow wavering could mean the cat feels pensive/thinking. Here's an illustrative chart showing the different meanings of the cats tail: http://www.freewebs.com/streetcatrescue/tail%20chart.png

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In an eight-corner room there is a cat in each corner on each cat's tailthere is a cat how many cats are in the room?

There are two cats in the room. Each of the eight cats has a tail, so there are a total of eight tails. However, since each tail belongs to a cat, there are only two cats in the room.


What is your cat saying if it wags its tail?

Cats don't really "wag their tails". If your cat is lashing its tail from side to side, it's probably upset about something. A cat may twitch the tip of its tail, which is somewhat different; it doesn't seem to really mean anything other than "I can twitch the tip of my tail, so I think I'll do that." That's not entirely true; cats usually twitch the tip of their tails when they are hunting.


The motions of a cat's tail are also a sign of it's moods?

Yes, a cat's tail movements can indicate their mood. For example, a twitching tail often signifies agitation or annoyance, while a slowly swishing tail may denote contentment. A puffed-up tail may indicate fear or aggression.


How many bones does a cat have in their tails?

if you consider the spine one bone, then one otherwise the answer it a lot. It depends on the cat, some cats have a puff of harir for a tail others have no tail at all. The tail is a continuation of the spine.


The offspring of two short-tailed cats have 25 percent chance of having no tail a 25 percent chance of having a long tail and a 50 percent chance of having a short tail Based on this information wh?

The reason is because short tail cats have both genes of a no tail cat and a genes of a long tail cat. Lets say that a long tail gene is called gene A, and a no tail gene is called gene B. if both cats have short tails that means both cats have both genes A and B equally. so there is a 50-50 chance that each cat gives either gene to the baby This means the possible combinations are that one cat gives the baby an A and the other a B, remember that this possibility comes up twice since it doesn't matter which cat gives the A or the B. The other possibilities are that both cats give the kitten an A, or both cats give the kitten a B. That leaves AB(short tail), BA(short tail), AA(long tail), BB(no tail) so 25% for no tail, 25% for long tail, and 50% for short tail.

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Why is my cat's tail twitching so much?

A cat's tail may twitch a lot due to excitement, stress, or irritation. It could also be a sign of a health issue, so it's best to observe your cat's behavior and consult a veterinarian if you're concerned.


What are cats thinking when they wag their tail?

Cats move their tail for different reasons. If a cat twitches the tip of its tail, it is relaxed and calm. If a cat waves the tail, they are agitated or mad at you or just bothered and wants to be left alone.


What does cat got your tail mean?

Do you mean cat got your tongue? If so that means you are not speaking.


Why is my cat's tail so fluffy?

A cat's tail is fluffy because it is covered in long, soft hairs called fur. This fur helps to regulate the cat's body temperature, protect the tail from injuries, and can also be used for communication and balance.


Do house cats get wet tail?

Wet tail is a condition exclusively to rodents, so a house cat cannot get wet tail.


How do you recognize a manx cat?

The main thing that distinguishes a manx cat from other breeds is its tail. A manx has a naturally short tail. It may be so short that it is almost non-existent, it may be a stubby bit of a tail, or the manx may have a tail that is about half the length of a normal cat's tail. Any of these variations makes a manx easy to recognize.


Your cat hasnt been able to move her tail except for the very end should you worry and if so was could cause this it has been this way her whole life and vets say she is fine but you need to now pleas?

Tail paralysis is not uncommon in cats. usually it is due to some injury to the tail; such as being stepped on or caught in a door; but some cats are born with a paralyzed tail. It does not affect them all that much. the tail is used mostly for balance while running and climbing; but a cat with tail paralysis can live a perfectly normal cat life anyway.


A cat has a tail or not?

All cats have tails, although in some, notably the Manx variety, the tail may be so short as to not be apparent.


If a dog bit of a cats tail would the cat die?

It isn't likely a cat would die directly from a bite to the tail. However, a bite would leave the cat in great pain so it is advisable to take the cat to the vet immediately. While the tail isn't a vital organ, they are delicate appendages and due to the many bones within the tail, it is easy for a tail bones to break. Sadly, a broken tail cannot be mended, and in some cases, if the injury is particularly bad or the injury is at the base of the tail (greater chance of nerve damage), the tail has to be amputated.


Why is the tip of a cats tail so sensitive?

The tip of a cat's tail has many nerve endings that cause it to be sensitive. There are tiny bones that are surrounded by muscle and nerve endings in a cat's tail. Some cats have more sensitive tails than others.


What is a mainecoon cat?

The marine coon is a breed of cat named so because it has a striped tail that looks a lot like a racoon's.


Why is my cat's tail twitching?

A cat's tail may twitch due to excitement, stress, or irritation. It could also be a sign of a health issue, so it's important to observe your cat's behavior and consult a veterinarian if the twitching persists or is accompanied by other symptoms.