Question

Do cats have a preferred paw to use, like humans have a dominant hand?

Answer 1

Yes, cats do have a preferred paw, just like humans have a dominant hand. Studies have shown that cats tend to be either right pawed or left pawed, just like humans. However, cats may also switch paws depending on the task they are performing. For example, a cat may use its right paw to hold a toy while batting it with its left paw.