Why can cats shrink their bones? Newbie shovelers can take a look~

 7:48am, 14 July 2025

Why can cats shrink their bones? Cats can shrink bones because they have a unique muscle structure that shortens their legs so that they can jump higher and farther.

The cat has more than 230 bones all over its body, and there are thick and soft fiber cartilage between the cat's spine bones, which makes the cat's body very flexible, and it looks like it has learned the bone shrinkage skill.

In fact, we all know that cats' bodies are very soft, just like water. This is because cats have more than 230 bones all over their body, and there are thick and soft fiber cartilage between the cat's spine bones, which makes the cat's body very flexible. Therefore, it not only has its body soft, but also can complete various difficult movements. Even if the cat falls from a high place, it can prevent the body from being hurt. This ability is really amazing.

This body structure greatly increases the survival rate of cats in the wild, and it is very useful whether it is chasing prey or hiding from natural enemies. The tiny holes, narrow gaps, and tall trees cannot stump the cats.

The cat's head is a round skull and curved in an arc shape. The neck connecting the head can rotate to 180 degrees. Cats have developed vestibular organs, which will give them extraordinary balance. Even in very high and narrow places, you won’t be afraid of heights, and you won’t fall down because of losing balance. In case of some exceptions, if they fall from a high place, their excellent balance and special bone structure will also make them hit the ground with their soles to avoid falling injuries.