Cats have been living with and even working for people for thousands of years. Learn some fascinating facts about our feline friends. For example, a cat's purr at a specific frequency, between 25 and 150 Hz, may possess therapeutic properties that promote healing in bones and tissues for both the cat and its human companions. Journey into space with Félicette, the first and only cat to travel to space and return safely, and learn about her crucial 1963 mission for the French space program. Uncover the long history of cats as official working animals, from their roles as pest-controlling postal employees in the United Kingdom to the esteemed position of Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office, a tradition that continues today at 10 Downing Street. Ancient Egyptians had a deep reverence for cats, where the goddess Bastet was depicted with a cat's head and families would shave their eyebrows as a sign of mourning when a pet cat passed away. Finally, learn a practical tip for befriending felines by using the "slow blink" to communicate trust and affection.

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