Official Info on Cats
The
cat (Felis catus), also known as the
domestic cat or
housecat to distinguish it from other felines and felids, is a small domesticated carnivorous mammal that is valued by humans for its companionship and ability to hunt vermin and household pests.
Cats have been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years, and are currently the most popular pets in the world. Owing to their close association with humans,
cats are now found almost everywhere on Earth.