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my daughters are asking if this is a myth and i'm not sure so i thought i'd try the internet to find out,

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Age: 6; Female; Breed: cat

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Dear friend,

This is a horrible old wives tale. It was started because cats will often sniff an infants mouth and the myth said they would "steal the babys breath". Also a baby's cry can sound like a kitten so the cat (ever curious) will go to investigate. If a baby is moving around, a cat, stimulated by the motion may accidentally scratch him. However, cats are MUCH safer to have around babies than dogs as dogs will often see babies and young children not a people but as prey.

I would not worry about a six year old cat and a new baby, beyond the accidental scratch.

Please let me know if you still have any questions. I will be happy to help.

Very sincerely,

Terri



Edited by purrfectkitty on 9/15/2006 at 4:13 PM

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Expert: Terri Riba
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Answered: 9/15/2006

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