Cats in Russian History: In Russia, cats played an important role in monasteries and churches, protecting grain and holy relics from rodents. The Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg still houses about 70 cats that protect the museum’s collections from mice and rats.
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Persian Cats: Persian cats are one of the oldest and most well-known breeds. The first mentions of Persian cats date back to the 17th century when Italian traveler Pietro Della Valle brought these cats from Persia (modern-day Iran) to Europe.
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Cats and the Plague: During the Black Death (bubonic plague) in Europe in the 14th century, the mass killing of cats due to their association with witches and witchcraft led to an increase in the rat population, which carried the plague. This worsened the epidemic.😢
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