But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

Why Do Cats Sharpen Their Claws?

<p>Why do cats purr? How do cats purr? Why can't we purr? Why do cats "talk" to people, but not other cats? Why do cats sharpen their claws? Are orange cats only male? Why do cats like milk and not water? Why are some cats crazy? Can cats see color? All of your cat questions answered with Abigail Tucker, author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lion-Living-Room-House-Tamed/dp/1476738238" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lion in the Living Room.</a></p>
<p>Download our learning guide: <a href="https://www.vpr.org/sites/vpr/files/202009/why_do_cats_sharpen_their_claws_.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PDF</a> | <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/15DpVYMwzG7MQsL4is4jZVb_wLyQyETkvP2V6Jfku6co/copy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Slide</a> | <a href="http://mediad.publicbroadcasting.net/p/vpr/files/33-But-Why-Cats-TRANSCRIPT.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Transcript</a> | <a href="http://www.vpr.org/sites/vpr/files/202005/coloring-page-cats-purr-glass-20200508.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coloring Page</a></p>

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