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The "Stinky Face": Understanding the Flehmen Response in Cats
Have you ever seen your cat sniff something—a shoe, a blanket, or even your hand—and then freeze with their mouth half-open? It looks a bit like they’ve just smelled something offensive and are judging your life choices.
In the world of cat lovers, we often call this the "stinky face." However, in the world of science, it has a much fancier name: The Flehmen Response.
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