The functions of cat tails:

1. Cats show their mood through their tails. It sways back and forth when happy, stands tall when excited, becomes thicker when angry, etc. When there is spasmodic movement of the tail, it usually indicates anger and fright. When the tail stands upright like a flagpole, it is a sign of contentment, security, and pride. When the tail is pulled down weakly, it is a sign of illness, sadness, uneasiness, alertness, and fear.

2. The biggest role of a cat’s tail is to maintain balance. Cats are very fast and light animals. They use their whiskers to measure distances and their tails to help balance their bodies. Just like an acrobat holding a balance pole in his hand, he adjusts his posture to maintain balance. If a cat finds that it is losing its balance while running, it only needs to dance its tail in the opposite direction to quickly regain its balance.

3. The cat’s tail can also be kept wagging to drive away mosquitoes and flies. When a mosquito approaches, the cat’s thick, plush tail will scare the mosquito away, ensuring that the cat does not get bitten. Especially in the hot summer, you can see them wagging their tails from time to time.

4. Used to keep warm. When cats relax and sleep, they always like to bury their heads under their tails. When you touch the cat's tail, you will find that the cat's tail is very warm and comfortable. Because the tail is a cat's natural tool for keeping warm, when a cat feels cold, it likes to curl up into a ball and then use its tail to cover itself.

Notes on cat tails:

1. Cats’ tails are relatively dirty, especially near the butt, which secretes a lot of oil. It will make the tail feel greasy. Therefore, owners can wash their cats’ tails specifically.

2. Cats actually care about their tails. In life, some innocent children especially like to grab the tail of a cat and play with it. As a result, the cat will be irritated, causing the cat to violently fight back and attack, which may frighten the child at least, or leave a few scratches on the child's hands in severe cases.