During wartime, people often find unique and interesting ways to take advantage of dogs, but many people have also used cats in wartime as well. In the 16th century, Germany researched ways of using cats and even birds to spread poisonous gas. The idea was to attach glass jars made into gas bombs to the animals, and then send them into enemy fortresses. Unfortunately, the cats often just ran back at allied camps.
During World War Two, many British families used cats as early warning detectors of incoming German bombers. When the cats ran for cover, that was a clue for the families to hide as well.
To read more ways people have used the unique talents of cats in war time, click here.
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