Perfect protective pouches

Watson here, recently Me and Ow (fondly referred to as the brat cats) were accused of gaining too much weight. Looking at them from the side, it certainly looks like their tummies have gotten bigger. When I ventured to mention sagging tummies, they let me in on a little secret; they have primordial pouches.

What exactly are primordial pouches and why do cats have them? All cats have primordial pouches, but they vary in size and some are almost undetectable. At around six months, male and female cats develop pouches. The pouch is like an internal empty sack of extra skin, fur, and fat along the length the cat’s belly that resembles saggy skin.

There are three main theories about pouches. The first is that the pouch protects the sensitive lower belly during fights with predators and other cats by adding an extra layer between claws or teeth and the cat’s insides. It is especially effective against the ferocious “bunny kick.”

A second theory is that the pouch allows faster movement because it stretches as the cat runs. This allows the cat to move farther with each bound, which can help them evade predators or catch prey. If you have ever seen a cat jumping from a high place, they seem to float like a hang glider, because the primordial pouch stretches like a parachute allowing them to land safely.

The third possibility is that the pouch is simply an extra space for storing food after a big meal. In the wild, cats don’t always get two meals a day. They eat when they can and may store fat from a large kill in the pouch for later use. This is especially important to big cats like lions.

Pouches are nifty equipment, they safely secure, store, and stretch. Sadly, there is no pouch for a pooch.
XOXO Watson
 
LOOKING FOR A HOME
We have four adorable, energetic Border Collie/Heeler/mix puppies, one girl, and three boys. This is a foster to adopt opportunity for puppy parents. Call 775-423-7500 for details.

Policy, however, prohibits adopting out puppies or kittens under the age of six months to a home with children under five years of age. This is to protect both the children and the animal.
 
IN NEED OF
Recipes! Please send your favorite recipes to, caps@cccomm.net. We are compiling a CAPS favorite’s cookbook.

Garage sale items. We need gently used appliances, furniture, treadmills, and miscellaneous items. We don’t need clothing. Call 775-423-7500 for pick up.

Leashes, dog toys, harnesses, and Fish Bay dog treats.

Dry cat food and Friskies wet. Dry dog food and Pedigree wet food.

Aluminum cans. If you have, cans to pick up, give us a call (775-423-7500) and we will come get them. You can also drop them off at CAPS.

Bleach and cleaning products.

SHOUT OUT TO
The many folks who have donated items for our garage sale. Our tails are wagging for you!
Everyone who has brought us cans you have that can do attitude. A pooch smooch to you!
 

COME SEE US

CAPS is now open, by appointment only, for adoptions, SNAPS, and food pantry. We cannot accept volunteers until further notice. Call 775-423-7500.
 
DON’T FORGET
May Pet Holiday: National Pet Week
To clean your garage and donate your gently used items to CAPS for our garage sale. We will pick up your donations just call 775-423-1814.
 
CONTACT CAPS 
CAPS’ mailing address is P.O. Box 5128, Fallon, NV 89407. CAPS’ phone number is 775-423-7500. CAPS’ email address is caps@cccomm.net. Please visit the CAPS website(www.capsnevada.com) and Facebook page (Churchill Animal Protection Society). Be sure to “Like” CAPS on Facebook because we are likeable.
CAPS is open to the public on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kathleen Williams-Miller is a CAPS volunteer. Contact me at jkwmil@outlook.com.