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Post by ZandraJoi on Mar 5, 2024 13:01:56 GMT -5
www.barkandwhiskers.com/2024-03-05-cat-butt-wiggleStory at-a-glance Among the more puzzling behaviors cats display, the pre-pounce butt wiggle is one of the cutest There are many theories as to why kitties wiggle their backsides before pouncing on “prey” Felines have evolved as expert hunters, and just because a house cat no longer needs to hunt doesn’t mean he’s ready to give up an enjoyable, mentally stimulating behavior You can encourage your own kitty’s natural hunting instincts by finding creative ways to have her “hunt” for food throughout the day My notes: The answer is, they don't know lol But many have guesses. Excerpts: "The short answer is science does not know; the butt-wiggling has not been studied, to my knowledge, in an experimental context," John Hutchinson, professor of evolutionary biomechanics at the Royal Veterinary College in London, told LiveScience. Hutchinson theorizes butt-wiggling may help cats gain traction by pressing the hindlimbs into the ground before a pounce. The behavior has also been observed in wild cats such as lions, tigers, and jaguars...."
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Post by Bob on Mar 10, 2024 17:10:47 GMT -5
It's so funny how they do that little wiggle!
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