The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines aim to provide detailed instruction to US Federal agencies about how to protect sensitive data when itâs handled by contractors and outsiders.
Get him or her in to a veterinarian's office as soon as possible. What are cats' whiskers made out of? Cat's whiskers are made out of the same stuff as the rest of their hair is, in fact the same stuff that makes up the hairs of all mammals, even us humans.The main substance in hair is keratin. Get him or her in to a veterinarian's office as soon as possible. 2  Cat's whiskers are made out of the same stuff as the rest of their hair is, in fact the same stuff that makes up the hairs of all mammals, even us humans.
In addition to having sensory properties, a cat's whiskers are also a good indicator of his mood. When a cat is angry or feels defensive, the whiskers will be pulled back. Otherwise, when the cat is happy, curious or content, the whiskers will be more relaxed and pushed forward. But the whisker's primary use is to help a cat judge whether or not he'll fit through an opening. A cat's whiskers are roughly as wide as his body -- sort of a natural ruler. The whisker tips are sensitive to pressure. You'll probably see a cat stick his head in and out of an opening before he puts his body in. He's judging the width of the opening, and is determining if he can fit into it.