The thing about cats is that they never fail to surprise you.
There’s probably a lot that cats can do that we are unaware of like driving, or playing golf. But let’s start with something simple: Can cats swim?
The short answer is yes. When pressed to do so, cats will more than likely float and swim to safety.
Domestic cats are not the most efficient swimmers. Their paws are relatively small, their coats absorb water, and while their bodies are flexible and explosive, they aren’t really built for power.
Tigers are probably the best swimmers. They (and other big cats) have large paws that can propel them through the water more easily.
Well… maybe. What we do know is that cats may simply dislike the inconvenience of water.
This is why it’s never a good idea to toss a cat into the water. Besides being outrageously cruel, it may actually result in serious injury or death.
Under normal circumstances, they can simply curl up and preserve body heat. But drenched in icy cold water, it’s not that easy.
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