Probably almost all people know about the ability of cats to turn over during a fall and land on all fours.
But some cat lovers ask themselves this question: “Is it true that cats land successfully in absolutely all cases?”
Let us answer right away: no, this opinion does not correspond to reality.
A fluffy one may well fall very badly, which will most likely result in the pet receiving a serious injury, or even a tragic outcome.
Therefore, under no circumstances should you “experiment” or arrange any “tests” for your four-legged friend!
Why do cats land on their feet?
Cats have a very interesting reflex. We are talking about the landing reflex.
Thanks to their flexible spine and ability to quickly turn in the air, fluffy creatures land on their paws in most cases.
Cats can also instantly spread their paws to the sides and create a “parachute effect,” thereby increasing the level of safety when falling from a considerable height.
What could go wrong
Unfortunately, the reflex may manifest itself “incorrectly,” or even not “work” at all.
Thus, when falling from a small height, a cat may simply not have time to make a full turn. Therefore, a fluffy one that has fallen from a child's hands may get injured.
And if the pet starts to fall from a great height, it may not be able to perform the necessary actions due to shock.
Therefore, always ensure the cat's safety. Do not rely on the animal's ability to land on all fours: remember that the reflex may not "work".
Author: Kurchev Anton