The Importance of a Cat's Spine

One of the best companions to have is a cat. Cat lovers all around the world will tell you one of the best feelings in the world is sitting down and having your cat curl up next to you. Their soft fur and the sound of there purring puts most people at ease but have you ever wondered how your cat can curl up and flex in so many different positions?

The reason your cat can curl up and flex their body into multiple position is due to their spine, one of the most important parts of your cat's body. A cat's spine contains thirty vertebrae that contains a thick disk allowing them the flexibly to move and the durability to sustain their spine from injury and is responsible for protecting your cats organs, like the liver or heart. These organs are protected by the skeleton, which is made up by the spine and legs.

Because the skeleton is made up of multiple parts it is allows your cat to move in multiple positions. This movement is due to the muscles attached to your cat's joints, part of the reason your cat can jump really high. Another important factor of your cats skeleton is the producing of blood cells and the storing of minerals, both of which are important to your cats health.

As you can tell there are many factors to your cat's spine, as well as their skeleton but unlike humans they are shaped differently. Humans and cats contain the same number of bones in their body but due to the layout of a cats skeleton they are far more flexible. Not only does the spine of your cat allow for the flexibility it also has allowed them to adapt and remain safe from predators.

Another important part of your cat's spine is what is attached to it. A cat's tail is just as important to your cat as the rest of its body. The reason a cat's tail is important is because it keeps your cat balanced. When your cat is balanced it allows for quicker movements that result in less injuries.

On a final note, it is important to keep your cat's strong and healthy. By maintaining the care of your cat, and understanding their spines and other skeleton structure you can better take care of them and in return you will get the joy of listening to your cat's soft purr.