There are 10 littleknown facts about your cat
A cats tongue has tiny backward facing barbs called papillae
The rough texture of a cats tongue combined with its saliva acts as a natural cleaning tool
Cats drink water by curling their tongue backwards to form a spoonlike shape
Cats have a cooling effect on their body when their saliva evaporates from their fur
A cats tongue is sensitive due to the presence of taste buds
A cats tongue can be used as a form of defense
The backwardfacing barbs on a cats tongue help remove meat from bones and clean them thoroughly
Cats can lick their fur and it will help them stay hydrated in hot weather
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