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Cat Tales

Season 47 Episode 3 | 56m

Worshipped as a goddess, condemned as satanic, and spun into a stunning array of breeds, cats have long fascinated humans. But did we ever really domesticate them? And what can science tell us about our most mysterious companions?

Aired: 02/19/20 | Rating: TV-G

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