The cat has long been considered a magical animal. Many still believe that they have supernatural powers.
Cats can foresee the change of weather, predict natural disasters. It is believed that they see another world, hidden from people, the one where spirits and ghosts live. Not surprisingly, there are many signs associated with these animals. We will tell you about some of them.
10. A black cat will bring luck to its owner
In the Middle Ages, people believed that black cats accompanied witches. They were associated with evil spirits and witchcraft.
But since then, much has changed, including the attitude towards these graceful animals. In many European countries, a black cat is a symbol of good luck, prosperity, which can protect its owner from any negative. It was believed that he could protect against evil eye and damage.
If a black cat crosses the threshold, then it will attract wealth to the house. The Scots are happy if such an animal appeared at the threshold of the house. They believe that the appearance of a dark cat is a sign: soon the financial situation of the family should improve, because she will bring wealth.
In the USA, in the state of Indiana, there is an interesting law regarding owners of black cats. On Friday, if it's the 13th, they should put bells on their pets before releasing them outside.
9. Shelter a nailed animal - fortunately
A kitten or a cat who himself came to your house will bring you happiness. Especially if you found it on one of the church holidays. He will become the patron of this house and family, will attract well-being.
The new tenant will help strengthen the family, return love and mutual understanding to it. Do not drive him away. Better take care of the furry guest.
If a white cat comes to the house of an unmarried woman, she will soon get married. But if a cat who has a master has come to the house, do not let her into the house. She can bring someone else’s negativity with her.
The guest of black color is especially undesirable since such a neighbor's cat, peering into your house, can predict trouble. In China, they believed that a strange cat that appeared in the house warns that material difficulties will soon begin in the family.
8. The cat in the crib
Animals feel all bad and can drive away evil spirits from people. If a cat stubbornly crawls into the cradle of a small child, it is not just that. Do not drive her away, because she protects the baby.
Children are defenseless against dark forces, especially in a dream. The Slavs had such a tradition. The cat lay first in the cradle of the baby, and only then the baby. Then the baby slept better.
7. Cat sneezing is a special sign
If your pet is not sneezing due to a cold or other illness, this should be considered a good sign. You will find something pleasant. Maybe your dream will come true or you will receive good news.
If she sneezes 1-2 times, then a pleasant event will happen in the near future. The cat, which has become very wild, predicts a surprise in a week or a month.
If she, sneezing, looks at the sky, then most likely this means that it will rain soon. The young couple next to whom the cat sneezed can get ready for the wedding, because she predicts a quick marriage.
6. Do not douse a cat with water
In England, one sign is common: a boy who doused a cat with water will not be able to live to maturity. Many believed that pouring water on a cat could lose half his life.
5. Kittens must not be handed out for free
Attaching a kitten to a new family, you need to take money from its owners. Not necessarily a significant amount, even a nominal fee of 1 ruble will be enough. It is believed that then the kitten will be able to take root in a new family, will not get sick. And the cat that gave birth to him will remain alive, will not run away and will not get sick.
4. Cat on a ship - to luck
Cats can also live on the ship. They used to be brought in to fight rats. If they gnaw holes in barrels of fresh water, then the ship's crew could die without their supplies. In addition, rodents quickly exterminated provisions.
Over time, this sign has taken root: the presence of a cat on board is a good sign. It promises happiness and good fortune. According to the behavior of the baleen tenants, sailors predicted the weather, and in the sea this is especially important. If he sat with his back to the fire, this portended a storm.
A cat that eagerly licks its face over its ears predicts rain. Loud meowing on the bore of the ship - to a difficult journey.
3. The cat is sensitive to the weather
According to the behavior of these pets, our ancestors predicted the weather. If in winter the cat chose the warmest place, curled up and, covering her nose with her paws, is asleep, then expect severe frosts in the near future.
Want a warming? Watch the cat. She should lie in the middle of the room and sleep, stretched out to her full height. If she licks her legs heavily, then this portends a strong wind. Started to lick the tail, the whole body, constantly scratching the wall - wait for bad weather. And if she often lies on the back, then this is to good weather.
2. The animal must be the first to enter the house
Housewarming is a joyful event for the family. To make life happy in the new house, the cat is the first to be launched into it. It is advisable to bring her to the apartment in advance, in the evening. After spending the night in a new house, she will prepare him for the arrival of new owners.
During this time, she will have time to meet and make friends with the brownie. Then he will not scare the residents, he will be friendly and complaisant. If there is any negative in the house, the cat will have time to get rid of it. The home will be filled with new energy that the owners will bring.
1. The black cat crosses the road
Everyone knows that a black cat, crossing the road, portends trouble. It is believed that you can’t follow this road. You need to either choose a different path, or wait until someone else passes.
If at the same time the cat looks directly into the eyes of a person, then a minor nuisance awaits him. When the animal first runs nearby, and only then crosses the road, misfortune does not happen immediately, but after some time.
To protect yourself from trouble, you can spit 3 times over the left shoulder. And passing this place, you need to hold on to the button or, with your hand in your pocket, put your fingers in a cookie.