Furry Fun Fact of the Day: Cat tongues are more than just for licking!

Discover daily furry fun facts. Whether adorable or kind of gross, our pets never cease to amaze us. Join us in exploring their world!

By Dumani Moyo

21-11-24 18:30

in Pets

Get to know this charming little animal in today’s instalment of furry fun facts! Image: Canva

Welcome, fellow pet enthusiasts, to the Furry Fun Fact of the Day!

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Pets can do all sorts of crazy – and wonderful – things, can’t they? We bet you discover new things about them daily.

Have you ever heard of a singing dog for example?

Join The South African website as we set out to learn fascinating – and often humourous – fun facts that set our pets apart from the rest of the animal kingdom.

Discover things about these bundles of joy that will leave you chuckling and wondering if they’re not little humans in disguise!

Cat tongues are more than just for licking

Cat tongues are covered in tiny, backward-facing spines called papillae. These papillae are made of keratin, the same material as human fingernails and cat claws. When cats groom themselves, the papillae act like miniature combs, detangling their fur and removing dirt and debris. This helps to keep their coat clean and healthy. The papillae also help cats to remove meat from bones when they eat, making them efficient hunters.

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