*****KatKwery! - August 18*****

3rd place, 4th place, and 5th place all won while 1st and 2nd place did not. Marianjela won with afraid, laureen227 won with often, and Cocoa Cream won with look. Some and else were not used.

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones? Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system? Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)? This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today? Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

Note: Additional playoff information has been added to KatKwery information link below.

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones?

I had never really given it much thought actually. 244 bones is a lot though.

Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system?

I know that my cats don't always land on their feet, but when they do, it is probably because of their catlike reflexes (hahaha) and the way that the turn and twist their tail and body in the air.

Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)?

The vet insists that my girls are too well fed, but I can see the outlines of their hip bones and shoulder bones.

This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today?

I had not really looked at this article before today, but I did know right where it was because I had done a little looking around in some of the other articles.

Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

Probably balanced foods with plenty of calcium and other vitamins and minerals.

Originally Posted by Persi & Alley

3rd place, 4th place, and 5th place all won while 1st and 2nd place did not. Marianjela won with afraid, laureen227 won with often, and Cocoa Cream won with look. Some and else were not used.

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones? Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system? Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)? This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today? Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

Note: Additional playoff information has been added to KatKwery information link below.

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I thought cats had more bones in their bodies than that but I guess Im wrong! I think I missed a day somewhere or another too! I dont know though, got a new job and been working and kids have been sick! Cats do not always land on their feet! Eek jumped off the counter and broke his paw because he missed, and Ive seen lots of cats fall! I think thats a myth or something like that, because its not possible for something to land on its feel all the time!! I can see my cats hip bones, and with Eek I can see his ribs but he's just scrawny and I can always see the tail bone! But I think everyone can see that bone! Ive heard of foods that promote the skeletal system, but have never tried it on my cats! I think I want to try the joint kind with condrotin or something like that for BooBoo who has arthritis! He's not getting any younger you know! Well Im going to go see what I missed!

Originally Posted by Persi & Alley

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones? Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system? Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)? This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today? Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

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I would have guessed 250 bones, so that would have been a pretty close guess. I just saw an Urban Legend show that said they DON'T always land on their feet, but do about 99% of the time. When Alley landed in the rescue center, she was skin and bones but she's looking mighty fine now! As a matter if of fact, I was aware, it's hard not to be when you are always trying to find something new for KatKwiz. Just off hand I would think the same kinds of foods as for humans, plus a little peanut butter and ice cream in the case of Persi...

Originally Posted by Persi & Alley

3rd place, 4th place, and 5th place all won while 1st and 2nd place did not. Marianjela won with afraid, laureen227 won with often, and Cocoa Cream won with look. Some and else were not used.

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones? Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system? Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)? This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today? Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

Note: Additional playoff information has been added to KatKwery information link below.

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I knew cats had more bones than humans but I can never remember that it's 244. I don't believe cats always land on there feet. In fact I think that is a myth. Popsie is well fed but he has always been scrawny in his rear and sometimes you can see the top of his hip bones. Plus I think there are breeds of cats that you can see their skeletal structure. I don't know what kinds of food help cats have a good skeletal systems. Perhaps I should read todays featured article.

Originally Posted by Persi & Alley

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones? Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system? Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)? This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today? Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

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i always assumed they had more than we do - they're so much more flexible! i thought that the 'landing on the feet' thing had to do w/an inner ear type of thing...

Cats have the ability to right themselves in midair thanks to the vestibular apparatus. This is a tiny fluid-filled organ housed deep in their inner ear that is responsible for their remarkable balance. It is composed of tiny chambers and canals lined with millions of sensitive hairs and filled with fluid and minute floating crystals. When cats move, the fluid shifts, giving readings on the body's position – similar to the instrument in an airplane called the "artificial horizon" that tells the pilot the position of the plane's wings in relation to the horizon.

When a cat falls, the vestibular apparatus becomes active and helps the cat register which way is up. This allows the cat to right himself in midair by adjusting the orientation of the body. The righting reflex appears in a kitten at three to four weeks and is perfected by seven weeks.

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i can see the outline of bones in Java & Firefox - they're my 'slender' cats. i haven't read the KatKwiz yet, so don't know the article to which you're referring, so i guess i'm unaware of it!

knowing what i do about bones, i would assume that what's good for our bones would be good for cats' bones - calcium & various vitamins.

Woo hoo - a win without the top two Sorry Glitch and Luvmycat, but <sings> Moving on up!! Woo hoo hoo And of course, thanks again Lee for the opportunity as well as the points!!!

An adult human skeleton has 206 bones (although we are born with over 300 that later fuse), so compared to that, I would've guessed that a cat actually had less... since they are smaller (even though babies are smaller than adults). But it makes sense that cats have more bones than us since they seem to be more resilient and agile than us.

I believe most cats land on their feet, but I wouldnt say all. (Interesting to read the 99% statistic that Lee pointed out from Urban Legends) It depends on the time they are given to right themselves. Of course if a cat is slammed to the ground and given less than 2 seconds time, it wont have the time for it's body to react. I watched a show on Animal Planet once that explained how a cat has this ability. It has to do with a sensor or something in their inner ear. If a cat is given enough time, the sensor in the ear reacts, the cat's head is the first to turn, then it's shoulders follow the head, then down the spine until it's back end is aligned with the rest of it's frame. So - although the skeletal make-up assists in the flexibility, allowing for the cat to turn right side up, it is actually it's ears that get the credit for this talent!

My cats are well fed, but I can still see their shoulder blades, well actually I can feel them more than anything when I pet them. I have fostered some pretty undernourished cats, looking scraggly and skin and bone-ish and on some I could actually see and feel their ribs. But funny thing, cats fatten up real easy with some TLC.

I was not aware of the Bone Fractures in Cats article before today, in fact I have never heard of a cat breaking a bone before today (although I know they do - especially considering how many get hit by cars). I think it's probably more common in dogs, although that is just an assumption. But it's probably because dogs are not as agile as cats, and as the TCS article points out, it was interesting to read that their bones arent held together less tightly, making them more flexible. My cousin's chihuahua broke it leg once when it was younger just by jumping off the couch! Then later rebroke it in the same place. He never required surgery but it was in a cast for awhile.

Well, seeing as though cats are lactose intolerant, I dont suppose we can give them milk as we would for people but it makes sense that a well-balanced diet probably with plenty of calcium from other sources would promote stronger bones. I've never really worried about their nutrition, as long as I buy a high quality cat kibble I rely on them to do all the hard work for me!!

My dog is a 100-pound newfoundland mix and he has arthritis, I've always been concerned about hip dysplasia with him, but luckily only is front legs are affected by the arthritis. As long as he eats his premium food with glucosamine, we can keep his pain in check. Occasionally we have to supplement his meals or give him aspirin for pain, but really - as long as he doesnt overdo it wrestling with the puppy or whatever, we can keep it in check. I remember when we first discovered he had arthritis, I thought he broke his leg somehow. He wouldnt walk on it at all. Imagine, my husband had to carry this 100-pound dog into the veterinarian's office. As soon as we through the vet's door he was all of a sudden fine. The vet said his adrenalin was to attribute to that. That he could smell the other animals and that hormone started pumping and was an instant pain reliever. Ingenious how the body works. I was relieved that he didnt break anything, but saddened that poor Chewbacca would have to deal with the issues for the rest of his life. But anyway, yes, his diet keeps him comfortable and healthy and I assume our cats' health can also be attributed to good nutrition.

Originally Posted by Persi & Alley

3rd place, 4th place, and 5th place all won while 1st and 2nd place did not. Marianjela won with afraid, laureen227 won with often, and Cocoa Cream won with look. Some and else were not used.

Did you think a cat had more, equal to, or less than 244 bones? Do you believe that a cat always lands on its feet due to its skeletal system? Assuming yours cats are well fed, are there still some in which you can see their bones (outline)? This is a good article to be aware of; were you before today? Do you know what kinds of foods promote a good skeletal system in cats?

Note: Additional playoff information has been added to KatKwery information link below.

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Oh, I've missed the last few KatKwery's, gotta catch up!

To be honest, I've never thought about how many bones a cat has! I used to know, sort of. I studied in biology or something once, and like most things I learned in school, it went in one ear and out the next.

I don't believe cats always land on their feet period! I know Evie sure doesn't. I think that most cats usually do because of the skeletal system, muscular (gotta be able to control that fall!), and the amount of time. If they have enough time to straighten themselves, then they usually do, from my understanding. Maybe that's why Evie never lands on her feet- she doesn't have any where high enough to fall from!

Yes, even well fed cats, like well fed dogs and people, should show a few bones in the right body structure. Hips are good ones you should usually be able to see. Not the top by their spine, but the edges opposite their tails! I know in dogs, though not so sure in cats, that they are overweight when you can't feel their ribs. You should usually be able to see leg bones, especially around the ankle.

Nope, even now I'm not aware of it! I missed that KatKwiz... Maybe I should go check it out!

Sure I know what kind of foods- all those that advertise "Good for the skeletal structure!!" He he. I would say those high in calcium are good for such things.