Cats

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  1. 2. A cat’s favorite hobby, often taking up 16 hours a day.
  2. 4. A North American wild cat with a short, "bobbed" tail.
  3. 8. The largest cat in the Americas, known for a powerful bite.
  4. 10. Active at night, though cats are technically crepuscular.
  5. 13. A juvenile feline under one year of age.
  6. 15. Of, relating to, or affecting cats.
  7. 16. A large, spotted wild cat capable of dragging prey up trees.
  8. 19. Short for Tortoiseshell; a mottled black and orange coat.
  9. 20. A portable carrier used for trips to the vet.
  10. 22. A word describing how cats can pull in their claws.
  11. 23. A breed famous for being naturally tailless.
  12. 25. A narrow walkway, or what a model walks on at a fashion show.
  13. 27. Rhythmic pawing, also known as "making biscuits."
  14. 28. A cat that once had a home but is now lost or abandoned.
  15. 30. The rival of Jerry the mouse in classic cartoons.
  16. 32. A vocalization primarily used to communicate with humans.
  17. 33. The rough texture of a cat's tongue is often compared to this.
  18. 36. The loose skin on the back of a cat's neck.
  19. 37. A breed characterized by ears that tip forward and down.
  20. 39. A breed known for its silvery-blue coat and green eyes.
  21. 41. A mass of hair swallowed during grooming and later hacked up.
  22. 44. A massive, tufted-eared breed often called the "gentle giant."
  23. 48. A neckband often equipped with a bell or ID tag.
  24. 49. The collective noun for a group of cats.
  25. 51. A wild cat with distinctive black ear tufts and thick winter fur.
  26. 53. An herb in the mint family that causes a temporary "high."
  27. 54. The Looney Tunes cat forever chasing Tweety Bird.
  28. 55. A warning sound made by forcing air through the mouth.
Down
  1. 1. A common coat pattern featuring stripes, swirls, or spots.
  2. 3. Also known as a mountain lion, cougar, or panther.
  3. 5. The largest species of cat, distinguished by dark vertical stripes.
  4. 6. The term for an unspayed female cat.
  5. 7. The "King of the Jungle" known for its impressive mane.
  6. 9. Vocal blue-eyed breed originating from ancient Thailand.
  7. 11. The appendage used for balance and expressing emotion.
  8. 12. Absorbent material used in a feline's indoor bathroom.
  9. 14. A tri-color coat that is almost exclusively found in females.
  10. 15. A wild-born cat that has had little to no human contact.
  11. 17. The orange, lasagna-loving comic strip star.
  12. 18. Long-haired breed known for its flat face and "pansy" expression.
  13. 21. The term for an unneutered male cat.
  14. 24. A term usually applied to black-coated leopards or jaguars.
  15. 26. One of the oldest breeds, featuring a "ticked" coat pattern.
  16. 29. A cat with formal-looking black and white markings.
  17. 31. Retractable tools used for climbing and self-defense.
  18. 33. A post or pad used to sharpen claws and stretch muscles.
  19. 34. The classification for a common house cat (non-pedigree).
  20. 35. The act of cleaning fur using a sandpaper-like tongue.
  21. 36. The "hairless" breed known for its wrinkled skin and big ears.
  22. 38. The world's fastest land animal and a member of the cat family.
  23. 39. A breed named for its tendency to go limp when picked up.
  24. 40. A breed developed to look like a wild leopard or jungle cat.
  25. 42. A short-haired breed known for its social and "dog-like" nature.
  26. 43. The collective noun for a group of kittens.
  27. 45. A medium-sized wild cat with a chain-like coat pattern.
  28. 46. The adjective used to describe cat-like movements.
  29. 47. The rhythmic vibrating sound a cat makes when content.
  30. 50. Tactile hairs, or vibrissae, used for navigation in the dark.
  31. 52. The padded feet used for silent stalking.
  32. 53. An establishment where cats are boarded or bred.