Right from being a kitten, your cat has learned how to perfect its righting reflex.

This is the skill executed when a cat lands on its paws with injury after a long or high jump.

From an early age, a cat will practice this skill derived from its instincts. Once a cat is a bit older, it knows its limitations.

The righting reflex can be seen by picking your cat up by all four legs and letting go. Your cat instantly will be able to flip around and land on its paws.

Cats are able to perform this movement because of their flexible spine and “floating” collarbone, making the cat super flexible (more so than other animals).

This is not to say that your cat cannot sustain injuries, but they seem to be more resilient.

Visit this website of the veterinarian Kenosha WI in order to find out more about cats and other reflexes they have and use on a daily basis.