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Why Is A Cat’s Tongue So Rough To The Touch?

July 22nd, 2007 · 2 Comments

The abrasive surface of a cat’s tongue is covered with many tiny, hooked ‘papillae’ – almost like miniature teeth. These hooks have a dual purpose, enabling the cat to clean off any flesh from the bones of prey as well as enhancing grooming.

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    1 emily // May 26, 2009 at 9:05 pm

    does the differences in the way a cats tongue is made make a difference in the way they taste things? just wondering if anybody knew.

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    2 angela // Jun 14, 2009 at 1:26 am

    why dont you have what i typed in…hummmmmm…you should get tht fixed…quick…=(

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