Fourth Biology Class

**Val** · 09-28-2009, 09:22 PM

Remember me?
I'm the marvelous Professor Val!

Cats!

As every cat owner knows, nobody owns a cat!

The cat (Felis catus), also known as the domestic cat or housecat to distinguish it from other felines and felids, is a small carnivorous mammal that is valued by humans for its companionship and its ability to hunt vermin and household pests. It has been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years and is currently the most popular pet in the world.

But don't trust in this cute animal.

These are 10 things about cats that must pop on your mind:

1. Cats do what they want.
2. They rarely listen to you.
3. They're totally unpredictable.
4. They whine when they are not happy.
5. When you want to play, they want to be alone.
6. When you want to be alone, they want to play.
7. They expect you to cater to their every whim.
8. They're moody.
9. They leave hair everywhere.
10. They drive you nuts and cost an arm and a leg.

Cats are born hunters.
Their hunting instincts are not dulled even if they are domesticated. It is this that leads them to surprise their owners with gifts of dead animals.
Compare:

Poor mouse. Your life will finish in a few seconds.

Oh yeah ... this you won't see in a real life! But Professor ... this is a pic of a cat licking a mouse!!! Não, it isn't. This is photoshop!

Cats conserve energy by sleeping more than most animals, especially as they grow older. The daily duration of sleep varies, usually 12–16 hours, with 13–14 being the average. Some cats can sleep as much as 20 hours in a 24-hour period. Compare:

No matter the position, if a cat wants to sleep, it will sleep!

The term cat nap refers to the cat's ability to fall asleep (lightly) for a brief period and has entered the English lexicon—someone who nods off for a few minutes is said to be "taking a cat nap". This is my case.

Domestic cats are similar in size to the other members of the genus Felis, typically weighing between four and five kilograms. However, some breeds, such as the Maine Coon, can exceed 11 kilograms (25 lb). Conversely, very small cats (less than 1.8 kilograms (4.0 lb)) have been reported. The world record for the largest cat is 21.297 kilograms (46.952 lb) (46 lb 15.25 oz). The smallest adult cat ever officially recorded weighed around 1.36 kilograms (3 lb). Cats average about 23–25 centimeters (9–10 in) in height and 46 centimeters (18.1 in) in head/body length (males being larger than females), with tails averaging 30 centimeters (11.8 in) in length.
Compare:

Cats have excellent night vision and can function at only one-sixth the light level required for human vision. This is partly the result of cat eyes having a tapetum lucidum, which reflects any light that passes through the retina back into the eye, thereby increasing the eye's sensitivity to dim light.
See the pic:

For the next class, cat breeds.

See yah!

**Camino** · 09-29-2009, 01:16 PM

This owner wants their cat, to look like a dog...people are strange!

Samson The Cat · 09-30-2009, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Val

Remember me?
I'm the marvelous Professor Val!

How could we forget the Professor?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Val

Cats!

That's right.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Val

But don't trust in this cute animal.

These are 10 things about cats that must pop on your mind:

1. Cats do what they want.
2. They rarely listen to you.
3. They're totally unpredictable.
4. They whine when they are not happy.
5. When you want to play, they want to be alone.
6. When you want to be alone, they want to play.
7. They expect you to cater to their every whim.
8. They're moody.
9. They leave hair everywhere.
10. They drive you nuts and cost an arm and a leg.

True.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Val

Cats conserve energy by sleeping more than most animals, especially as they grow older. The daily duration of sleep varies, usually 12–16 hours, with 13–14 being the average. Some cats can sleep as much as 20 hours in a 24-hour period.

I always wondered why that is.

**Val** · 09-30-2009, 09:22 PM

Tomorrow ... Cat Breeds!

Samson, if you have a breed, you must watch this class. Because you are Samson "the Cat".

**Camino** · 10-04-2009, 06:49 PM

The professor is very tardy!...

**MSFixR** · 10-04-2009, 06:52 PM

Even if he's a full professsor you only have to wait 15 minutes for him.

**Camino** · 10-04-2009, 06:55 PM

That's why I left my cat comment!

muse · 10-05-2009, 03:21 AM

Awesome rant, Val!

Never had this at school but I'm catching up now!

**Val** · 10-05-2009, 09:14 PM

Thanks kid!

Now, don't pay attention to Junior and Cami up there.
They loved the class and don't want say that.

The case is that the prefessor is a little busy, but tomorrow will teach the cat breeds. Please join us.

**Val** · 10-06-2009, 03:03 PM

Hi all!

I'm the professor Val!

You all love me, I know!

Sorry for my absence these days, but the professor was busy with somethings here on the radio.

Cat Breeds!!!

Here I will tell you the top 10 cat breeds.

Persian:

Seems the Santa Claus cat, right? But it is not! It is a genuine Persian.

The impressive Persian is a massively built cat clothed in a long, flowing coat. Short, heavily boned legs support the Persian's boxy body. The cat's head should be round, with large, round eyes and a short, snub nose.

Himalayan:

Say hi for him too!

Depending on the association, the Himalayan may be considered a separate breed or a color pattern of the Persian breed. The Himalayan was originally developed from crosses between Siamese and Persians in an effort to transfer the pointed pattern to the Persian type.

Siamese:

Yeah ... I'm the most beautiful!

Named for Siam, this popular breed is intelligent and has a striking personality, suggestive of an inscrutable inner life. The breeding tradition began generations ago, but the Siamese of today still have the graceful elegance suggested in the earliest breed standards.

Bengal:

The International Cat Association defines the Bengal as at least a fourth-generation descendant of a crossing between the wild Asian Leopard Cat and a domestic cat. The first three foundation crosses are identified as F1s, F2s and F3s.

Maine Coon:

Cute, isn't it?

The Maine Coon is one of the most popular breeds at show tables. This shaggy feline shares its affection with the entire family, but elects a single person as its beloved owner. The breed sports four color classes: solid, tabby, tabby with white and parti-color.

Ragdoll:

The Ragdoll earns its name from its habit of relaxing to the point of utter limpness in one's arms. The Ragdoll's light-colored body has darker Siamese-type points on the face, legs, tail and ears.

Pixie-Bob:

They are very curious.

The Pixie-Bob is a domestic cat visually resembling the North American Bobcat. Despite its fierce look, the Pixie-Bob is noted for its loving, trustworthy and tractable personality.

Russian Blue:

As its name indicates, this blue-coated cat seems to be of Russian origin; it is said to have arrived in England during the mid-19th century aboard a Russian merchant ship. The most distinctive feature of the Russian Blue is its fur, which seems to be frosted with powdered sugar.

Manx:

High positions are very exiting for them.

The Manx is tailless, an unmistakable trait that makes it immediately recognizable. These purebreds are stocky and rounded in appearance, with short front and long hind legs that give them a rabbit-like appearance.

Munchkin:

I prefer Coca-Cola!

The Munchkin is distinguished by a spontaneous dominant mutation that shortens the cat's legs. Except for their disproportionately short legs, cats should be well-balanced. It is important that the legs be straight, never bowed or cow-hocked. The head shape is an equilateral triangle.

That's it!
Remember: cat is a cat and vice-versa!

I have one for adoption:

Como on!
Adopt Pinky! It's a very loving cat!

See you next class!

**Camino** · 10-06-2009, 08:51 PM

Hi Val, thanks!

I have many cats for adoption, the breeding is out of control here.

Phobos · 10-13-2009, 06:24 PM

i learned more in a week of reading one chapter of a bio. text book than taking Val's biology class.

**MSFixR** · 10-13-2009, 06:31 PM

Should have reviewed the syllabus before taking the class.

09-28-2009, 09:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Val Gear Heads Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Brazil Posts: 9,532 My Profile	Fourth Biology Class Remember me? I'm the marvelous Professor Val! Cats! As every cat owner knows, nobody owns a cat! The cat (Felis catus), also known as the domestic cat or housecat to distinguish it from other felines and felids, is a small carnivorous mammal that is valued by humans for its companionship and its ability to hunt vermin and household pests. It has been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years and is currently the most popular pet in the world. But don't trust in this cute animal. These are 10 things about cats that must pop on your mind: 1. Cats do what they want. 2. They rarely listen to you. 3. They're totally unpredictable. 4. They whine when they are not happy. 5. When you want to play, they want to be alone. 6. When you want to be alone, they want to play. 7. They expect you to cater to their every whim. 8. They're moody. 9. They leave hair everywhere. 10. They drive you nuts and cost an arm and a leg. Cats are born hunters. Their hunting instincts are not dulled even if they are domesticated. It is this that leads them to surprise their owners with gifts of dead animals. Compare: Poor mouse. Your life will finish in a few seconds. Oh yeah ... this you won't see in a real life! But Professor ... this is a pic of a cat licking a mouse!!! Não, it isn't. This is photoshop! Cats conserve energy by sleeping more than most animals, especially as they grow older. The daily duration of sleep varies, usually 12–16 hours, with 13–14 being the average. Some cats can sleep as much as 20 hours in a 24-hour period. Compare: No matter the position, if a cat wants to sleep, it will sleep! The term cat nap refers to the cat's ability to fall asleep (lightly) for a brief period and has entered the English lexicon—someone who nods off for a few minutes is said to be "taking a cat nap". This is my case. Domestic cats are similar in size to the other members of the genus Felis, typically weighing between four and five kilograms. However, some breeds, such as the Maine Coon, can exceed 11 kilograms (25 lb). Conversely, very small cats (less than 1.8 kilograms (4.0 lb)) have been reported. The world record for the largest cat is 21.297 kilograms (46.952 lb) (46 lb 15.25 oz). The smallest adult cat ever officially recorded weighed around 1.36 kilograms (3 lb). Cats average about 23–25 centimeters (9–10 in) in height and 46 centimeters (18.1 in) in head/body length (males being larger than females), with tails averaging 30 centimeters (11.8 in) in length. Compare: Cats have excellent night vision and can function at only one-sixth the light level required for human vision. This is partly the result of cat eyes having a tapetum lucidum, which reflects any light that passes through the retina back into the eye, thereby increasing the eye's sensitivity to dim light. See the pic: For the next class, cat breeds. See yah!

09-29-2009, 01:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
Camino Triple the Pleasure!... Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 3,844 My Profile	This owner wants their cat, to look like a dog...people are strange!

09-30-2009, 09:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
Val Gear Heads Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Brazil Posts: 9,532 My Profile	Tomorrow ... Cat Breeds! Samson, if you have a breed, you must watch this class. Because you are Samson "the Cat".

10-04-2009, 06:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
Camino Triple the Pleasure!... Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 3,844 My Profile	The professor is very tardy!...

10-04-2009, 06:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
MSFixR Moderate Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dante's Inferno, Circle 5 Posts: 13,280 My Profile	Even if he's a full professsor you only have to wait 15 minutes for him.

10-04-2009, 06:55 PM	#7 (permalink)
Camino Triple the Pleasure!... Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 3,844 My Profile	That's why I left my cat comment!

10-05-2009, 03:21 AM	#8 (permalink)
muse Me gustas tú... Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 561 My Profile	Awesome rant, Val! Never had this at school but I'm catching up now!

10-05-2009, 09:14 PM	#9 (permalink)
Val Gear Heads Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Brazil Posts: 9,532 My Profile	Thanks kid! Now, don't pay attention to Junior and Cami up there. They loved the class and don't want say that. The case is that the prefessor is a little busy, but tomorrow will teach the cat breeds. Please join us.

10-06-2009, 03:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
Val Gear Heads Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Brazil Posts: 9,532 My Profile	Hi all! I'm the professor Val! You all love me, I know! Sorry for my absence these days, but the professor was busy with somethings here on the radio. Cat Breeds!!! Here I will tell you the top 10 cat breeds. Persian: Seems the Santa Claus cat, right? But it is not! It is a genuine Persian. The impressive Persian is a massively built cat clothed in a long, flowing coat. Short, heavily boned legs support the Persian's boxy body. The cat's head should be round, with large, round eyes and a short, snub nose. Himalayan: Say hi for him too! Depending on the association, the Himalayan may be considered a separate breed or a color pattern of the Persian breed. The Himalayan was originally developed from crosses between Siamese and Persians in an effort to transfer the pointed pattern to the Persian type. Siamese: Yeah ... I'm the most beautiful! Named for Siam, this popular breed is intelligent and has a striking personality, suggestive of an inscrutable inner life. The breeding tradition began generations ago, but the Siamese of today still have the graceful elegance suggested in the earliest breed standards. Bengal: The International Cat Association defines the Bengal as at least a fourth-generation descendant of a crossing between the wild Asian Leopard Cat and a domestic cat. The first three foundation crosses are identified as F1s, F2s and F3s. Maine Coon: Cute, isn't it? The Maine Coon is one of the most popular breeds at show tables. This shaggy feline shares its affection with the entire family, but elects a single person as its beloved owner. The breed sports four color classes: solid, tabby, tabby with white and parti-color. Ragdoll: The Ragdoll earns its name from its habit of relaxing to the point of utter limpness in one's arms. The Ragdoll's light-colored body has darker Siamese-type points on the face, legs, tail and ears. Pixie-Bob: They are very curious. The Pixie-Bob is a domestic cat visually resembling the North American Bobcat. Despite its fierce look, the Pixie-Bob is noted for its loving, trustworthy and tractable personality. Russian Blue: As its name indicates, this blue-coated cat seems to be of Russian origin; it is said to have arrived in England during the mid-19th century aboard a Russian merchant ship. The most distinctive feature of the Russian Blue is its fur, which seems to be frosted with powdered sugar. Manx: High positions are very exiting for them. The Manx is tailless, an unmistakable trait that makes it immediately recognizable. These purebreds are stocky and rounded in appearance, with short front and long hind legs that give them a rabbit-like appearance. Munchkin: I prefer Coca-Cola! The Munchkin is distinguished by a spontaneous dominant mutation that shortens the cat's legs. Except for their disproportionately short legs, cats should be well-balanced. It is important that the legs be straight, never bowed or cow-hocked. The head shape is an equilateral triangle. That's it! Remember: cat is a cat and vice-versa! I have one for adoption: Como on! Adopt Pinky! It's a very loving cat! See you next class!

10-06-2009, 08:51 PM	#11 (permalink)
Camino Triple the Pleasure!... Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 3,844 My Profile	Hi Val, thanks! I have many cats for adoption, the breeding is out of control here.

10-13-2009, 06:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
Phobos Think, Thought, Thorough. Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 4,458 My Profile	i learned more in a week of reading one chapter of a bio. text book than taking Val's biology class.

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10-13-2009, 06:31 PM	#13 (permalink)
MSFixR Moderate Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dante's Inferno, Circle 5 Posts: 13,280 My Profile	Should have reviewed the syllabus before taking the class.