Cats do not perspire the way humans do. They do not have sweat glands on their skin like we do. Instead, cats cool themselves through:
- Panting: Like dogs, cats pant when hot to increase evaporation and cool down.
- Footpads: They have sweat glands on their footpads, though these mainly provide traction and contribute little to temperature regulation.
- Licking: Cats lick themselves to distribute saliva over their fur, which cools them through evaporation.
While you won't see a cat sweating like a human, they do have effective ways to stay cool and comfortable.