Since ancient times, the figure of the cat has been surrounded by myths that attribute supernatural powers to it, from the ability to transmit "bad luck" to the ability to anticipate events that have not yet occurred.
Leaving superstition aside, the truth is that there are 7 things that cats can predict They have nothing to do with magic or miraculous prodigies, but certain characteristics of felines make them more sensitive to some situations that go unnoticed by humans. If you want to find out what they are, then read on!
1. Tremors and earthquakes
In various catastrophes it has been observed how minutes, and even hours before a tremor or earthquake occurred, certain animals showed behaviors related to stress and anxiety and began toflee from their homes or nests to higher or farther away areas. These animals include birds, dogs and cats, but there are many more.
But what exactly do cats perceive before an earthquake? There are several theories. One of them indicates that cats are able to perceive the static changes that occur just before the earthquake. Technically, it is possible that some humans also perceive them, however, it is more common for us to confuse this perception with a simple headache or discomfort.
Another theory claims that felines perceive the small vibrations that occur in the earth before a large earthquake through the pads of their paws, as this is an extremely sensitive area of their body. Be that as it may, there are those who affirm that they effectively recognize this movement, but not by means of their legs, but rather through their fine hearing.
two. Natural disasters
As with earthquakes, it has been observed that cats are capable of perceiving phenomena that occur prior to certain natural disasters, thanks to their acute senses. This is not magic, cats can detect some changes through their senses. They are able to detect certain events that humans ignore.
Many cats will notice a volcanic eruption, cyclone, tsunami and even a hurricane approaching. Of course, it does not mean that all cats perceive them, but most do. For what is this? Because all these natural "disasters" are announced, they do not appear from one moment to another.
Before they are unleashed, there are changes in atmospheric pressure, temperature, wind direction and movements of the earth, among many others, that your feline is prepared to perceive.
3. Some diseases
Rather than predicting them, various studies have shown that cats are capable of detecting the presence of certain diseases in the human body, as well as as in their feline congeners. There are many testimonies of people who discovered that they had cancer after their furry friend insistently perched on a certain area of the body.
4. Diabetes and epilepsy
These two diseases are characterized by the possibility that both may manifest dangerous attacks, which can be sudden for the human being who suffers from it, call it a sugar rush or an epileptic seizure itself.
As happens with cancer, there are testimonials and cases of owners who have seen their lives saved by these felines, who have been especially nervous just before one of these crises breaks out. In this case, the cats would also perceive the changes that occur in the organism through smell
5. Moods
They can't predict moods, but they can perceive them almost perfectly If you feel depressed, anxious or worried, your feline friend will most likely adjust to your mood in an understanding way, keeping you company during those difficult times. Likewise, when you are happy and active he will want to play and have fun with you.
6. Visits
Surely you have noticed that your cat changes its attitude shortly before one of the family members comes home, becoming restless and expectantThis is because, effectively, cats are capable of detecting that that loved one is approaching. All this thanks to his wonderful nose and his prodigious hearing. Felines sniff familiar scents over great distances, allowing your cat to wait for you at the door long before you arrive. Likewise, they are able to discriminate the sounds you make with your keys or the way you walk.
7. Death
Much has been speculated for centuries about whether or not cats are capable of predicting when a person is about to die. Some studies seem to indicate that this is indeed the case. This is due, again, to their keen sense of smell All living things secrete certain substanceswhen we are close to dying, due to the physical changes that the body is undergoing. Felines are able to perceive them. That is why there are so many testimonials of pets that have stayed with their owners before the last breath.
