What is a Stubentiger?

Composed of the words, der Tiger (which, as you can probably guess, means tiger), and die Stube (living room), der Stubentiger is a fantastic nickname that Germans sometimes jokingly use to refer to their pets: it's a living room tiger.
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How do Germans call to cats?

For any Germans reading this, we do know that you'd normally refer to your cat as katze or call it over with 'miez-miez-miez' and that stardenburdenhardenbart is simply gibberish made up for effect. However, it weirdly seems to attract all cats.
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What means Stardenburdenhardenbart?

'Stardenburdenhardenbart' is originated from Germany. It has many versions, but this one can mean a lot of. things for example "I love you" "hey", "look at me", "come here". It's used to get the attention of animals.
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What's the longest German word?

A spokeswoman for Duden, publishers of the most extensive German dictionary, said: "For that, it has to be in common parlance, and long words are sometimes simply too uncomfortable." So the longest word to be found in the German dictionary is Kraftfahrzeughaftpflichtversicherung – "motor vehicle indemnity insurance".
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Is Stardenburdenhardenbart a real word?

Stardenburdenhardenbart is originated from Germany. It has many versions, but this one can mean a lot of things for example “I love you” “hey” “look at me” “come here”. It's used to get the attention of animals. And it works because it's funny and has a really interesting pronunciation.
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Why do cats respond to Pspsps?

One of the leading theories as to why cats are attracted to pspsps is that the sound imitates several other sounds that cats are naturally interested in. Pspsps is actually an onomatopoeia for several sounds found in nature. It could be the sound of rustling leaves or tiny claws scratching the dirt.
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Why is cat feminine in German?

German Cats and Genders

It is feminine no matter if you refer to male or female cats. The word der Kater (male cat) is a specialized term you can use when you need to specify the actual gender of the cat. Don't forget that (der) Kater also means a hangover as we have discussed above.
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What gender is cheese in German?

Let's take the German word for cheese — Käse. It's masculine. So, it's der Käse.
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How do you say happy birthday to a friend in German?

How to wish a German Happy Birthday
  1. Ganz herzliche Glückwünsche zum Geburtstag (All good wishes on your birthday)
  2. Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Geburtstag und alles, alles Gute (Good wishes for your birthday and all the best for the coming year)
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Why does my cat come to me when I make a high-pitched noise?

“Trilling is a high-pitched, chirp-like noise made by cats as a greeting to people or other cats. It is associated with a positive, welcoming vibe,” she says.
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Why do cats sound kissy?

Cats are similarly programmed to respond to the high-pitched kissing noises made by their owner in the same way. Both the owner and the cat know that the kissing sound will be used by the owner to call the cat.
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What means Pspsps?

Pspspsps is an onomatopoeia used to recreate the sound some make to get the attention of a cat. It has been used in a series of jokes about futile attempts to attract a cat. The origin of the phrase "pspsps" is unknown, and usage of the phrase likely existed prior to its appearance onlin.
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How do you call animals in German?

Here's a list of the most common “Haustiere” you'll find in German households and how they translate to English:
  1. der Hund (the dog)
  2. der Welpe (the puppy)
  3. die Katze (the cat)
  4. der Kater (the tomcat)
  5. das Kaninchen (the rabbit)
  6. der Fisch (the fish)
  7. der Hamster (the hamster)
  8. das Meerschweinchen (the guinea pig)
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How do you say cat in other languages?

In other languages cat
  1. Arabic: قِطَّة
  2. Brazilian Portuguese: gato.
  3. Chinese: 猫
  4. Croatian: mačka.
  5. Czech: kočka.
  6. Danish: kat.
  7. Dutch: kat.
  8. European Spanish: gato animal.
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What sound do cats hate?

Generally, cats hate loud sounds because their hearing is very fine and well developed, which makes them hypersensitive to the slightest noise. So, to make it easier to live with your four-legged boyfriend, avoid sources of loud noises, such as music, television, video games, and vacuuming, when your feline is nearby.
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How do you call a cat over?

You can use any verbal cue that you would like. One common verbal cue that cat owners will use is "Here, kitty kitty." You can also use the words "come" or "treats." The verbal cue should not be something that you already use, such as her name. You can also use various tones of voice.
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Are cat licks kisses?

“They clean each other, they rub each other, but they don't kiss,” Johnson says. “When cats lick each other during grooming it is a bonding experience. Cats who don't get along don't partake in this ritual.” Johnson witnesses her foster kitties licking each other and does see it as a form of affection.
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Why do cats put their butts in your face?

Your cat wants affection.

For some cats, shoving their butt in your face means they want to be petted. While a gentle pat from the paw would do, a bum in the face is a sure-fire way to get into your line of sight and snag a little extra attention.
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Do cats forget their owners?

Also, cats often miss their previous owners when rehomed and try to find their way back. If you've just moved or taken in a new cat, keep a sharp eye on him for the first three weeks or so until he gets settled in his new place. Do senior cats experience memory loss? A cat's memory declines with age.
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Do cats think humans are cats?

In fact, cats behave independently because they think humans are cats like them. They think we're just one of their kind. And cats reserve their affectionate behavior usually for the humans in their homes.
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What is the plural of Maus?

The plural of mouse is mice. Domestic mice sold as pets often differ substantially in size from the common house mouse. Mice and rats have the same organs in the same places, with the difference of size.
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Are goldfish correct?

noun, plural (especially collectively) gold·fish, (especially referring to two or more kinds or species) gold·fish·es. a small, usually yellow or orange fish, Carassius auratus, of the carp family, native to China, bred in many varieties and often kept in fishbowls and pools.
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