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What Exactly Is “Whisker Fatigue?”

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This fluffy cat with sensitive whiskers!

r/Awwducational - Whisker fatigue happens to some cats when their sensitive whiskers are routinely being brushed up against something such as food or water bowls. It causes discomfort and even pain, and it makes eating and drinking stressful.

r/Awwducational - Whisker fatigue happens to some cats when their sensitive whiskers are routinely being brushed up against something such as food or water…

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