Why Do Cats Sweat from Their Paws?

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Did you know your cat's adorable toe beans are the only place they sweat? 🐾 Learn the hilarious and surprising science behind your cat's unique way of cooling down and communicating.  Fact Check: It's not spilled water, it's sweat!  Don't forget to like and follow for more fun facts about your furry companions!  #ToeBeans #CatFacts

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00:00Have you ever seen your cat's adorable paws leave small wet marks on the floor when they

00:04run around? Don't be mistaken. That's not spilled water. That's sweat. Yes, it's true.

00:12Cats have sweat glands, but they are uniquely located only in hairless areas, specifically

00:17on their paw pads or toe beans. Their entire body is covered in thick fur, so sweating

00:25through their body skin just isn't effective. So, when a cat gets too hot or is feeling

00:32stressed, like during a car ride or when seeing a dog, they will sweat from their paws to cool

00:37themselves down. Besides cooling, the sweat on their paws also has a communication function.

00:45The sweat contains pheromones that serve as scent markers. That's why when your cat is

00:50scratching on the sofa or carpet, they aren't just sharpening their claws. They're tagging

00:56their territory with their unique paw scent. So the next time you see those small wet marks,

01:02remember, it's not a mess. It's the signature scent from the boss of the house. Does your

01:09cat often leave sweaty paw prints? Comment below, and don't forget to like and follow

01:14for more unique facts about our furry friends.

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