The domestic cat belongs to the family Felidae, one of the oldest mammalian families, that includes wild cats such as lions, tigers, leopards, etc and there are 38 known species of felines in the world today.

Cats are hunting carnivores with strong predatory instincts, powerful jaws with long, sharp teeth and claws that draw back into their paws when not in use. Cats have exceptionally acute hearing, and eyes adapted for vision in dim light allowing them to easily hunt just before dawn and after dusk.

Domestic cats come in a variety of shapes, sizes and coats and over the years have been selectively bred to establish distinct cat breeds. The domestic cat is agile, intelligent, friendly and affectionate. The cat is both sociable and independent - as happy with its own company as with the company of other cats or humans.

History Of Cats
The domestication history of cats.

Scientific Classification Of Domestic Cats
The scientific classification of cats within the Mammalia class.

Cat Anatomy
Biological facts about cats.

Cat Behaviour
Cat behaviour and communication.

Cat Breeds
A list of cat breeds linked to their breed profiles.