Cat

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Domestic cats often vie for dominance in the homes of their human companions.

A cat generally refers to a common domestic cat (Felis sylvestris catus). However, it is also used as a generic term for any feline or member of the family Felidae. Felines are one of the most popular phenotypes of furries, with a significant number of these being domestic cats.

About 40 different breeds of domestic cat have been officially recognized. There are a very few breeds founded through hybrids of domestic cats and another felines species. As house pets, cats often live in arrangements rivaling their human owners for control of living spaces.

Cats are also a staple of pop culture, from comics to television. In animated cartoons, anthropomorphic versions of cats often participate in the story with central speaking roles.