Cats understand more words than we think


By AGENCY

A recent study found that cats can understand human language, especially if the words are spoken by their owner and with a very specific intonation. Photo: AFP

If you think that your faithful feline only understands the words “food”, “cuddles” or “play time”, think again! Recent research has revealed just how many words cats are likely to understand – and there are probably more than you think!

Have you long since given up lecturing your cat when they’re about to claw their way onto your couch, or when they’re about to knock over a vase with a nonchalant wag of the tail? If that sounds like you, then you might have given up on the idea that your furry friend can understand human language. But it could be time to reconsider.

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