Dr. S. K. RavalShah Aaturkumar S.2017-05-222017-05-222012http://krishikosh.egranth.ac.in/handle/1/5810011956The cat (Felis catus) is also known as domestic cat or house cat; it is a small furry domesticated carnivorous mammal that is valued by humans for its companionship household pets. Cats were originally domesticated because they hunted mice that would eat stored grains. It is a beneficial situation for both species; cats got a reliable source of prey, and humans got effortless mice control. Cats have been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years ago. Owing to their close association with humans, cats are now found almost everywhere in the world. Due to many superstitions associated with cats, many people avoid keeping cat as pet in India. Muslims are traditionally encouraged to regard cats as lovable and cherishedenVeterinary MedicineStudyThesis