Pop And Bang With Cat? The 139 Latest Answer

Every setup is different, and depending on what type of system is used (piggyback, chip, standalone, supercharged, naturally aspirated, street only or race, etc.), tuning costs can range from $250 to $1500.

Don’t be afraid to spend money on a good tune. This is the final piece of your custom puzzle, and getting the most out of your tune is crucial. Trying to save money here can mean the difference between winning or losing, having fun driving or having a spirited ache in the butt on the road, having years of driving fun, or having your engine rebuilt a month later. Do your homework and ask questions!

But… if you end up with your street car running like hell from the $200 – 3-pull custom tunes ready in an hour, your wallet will thank you!”

EXHAUST POPS & BANGS, EXHAUST POP & BANG, CRACKLE MAP, POP TUNE, POPCORN, FLAME TUNE, BACKFIRE

We see they are called in different ways but all of them generally do the same thing, pop or burble on decel from the exhaust!

how can this be achieved?

We do all this magic through the Engine Controls Management (ECU Tune) by adjusting the ignition timing maps to burn the air/fuel mixture in the exhaust manifolds/manifolds.

Depending on the timing advance/retard, pop and bang or burble noises can be amplified or reduced.

Some of our customers ask for very loud pops and pops, while others are looking for smooth burbles or even a mix of some huge pops and then burbles.

Anything can be achieved if you know what you are doing with engine management.

Some people say, “You have to dump a lot of fuel to get bang and bang.”

it is not true. too much fuel results in less burble and fewer pops and bangs or crackles!

In general, we never increase fuel economy and never need extra fuel injection to get a good pop and bang or burble.

Burble Tune can be controlled, adjusted, and in some cases turned on and off as needed (we call it Burble on Demand).

I will list frequently asked questions here:

Q: Will Burble Tune harm my engine?

A: Anything can damage your engine if used excessively, too much use/abuse of Burble Tune or pop and bang can cause damage to the CAT (catalytic converter) or exhaust manifold or turbo (depending on application) if Burble mod gently there is nothing to worry about (as long as professionals like us do it) if it was more damaging AMG BMW wouldn’t fit this mod as a standard feature on newer generation cars.

Q: Do I need catless headers (catless exhaust) to have a good pop and bang sound?

A: We highly recommend using our Burble Tune / Pop and bang / Popcorn mod with catless exhaust as people looking for pop tunes generally like to brag at car meets where not many control how long they last Shooting flames or pops out of the exhaust therefore it can be harmful to CATS if the car has any.

Q: Can my car get your Burble Tune?

A: As long as your car is 2002+ we can work it out, we offer Burble Tune, Pop and Bang Mod for almost all platforms running EFI and tunable engine timing management system.

We offer Remote Tune, E-Tune as well as in-house tuning service for our Mustang dyno.

Q: What do I need to get Burble Tune on my Camaro or other Chevy? A: To get our nonsense or performance tuning for your Chevrolet Camaro (Corvette or other).

You will need: HPtuners MPVI2 adapter and a Windows-based laptop.

Once you have it, we can remotely tune your car, make it bubble or boost performance and improve drivability.

If you don’t already have an adapter go to: www.hptuners.com and order it now, except for the adapter you will need to purchase two or four (depending on model and year) credits for your car

Credits allow you to license and work with your engine control unit.

You can check how many credits your car needs on the Hptuners website in the Vehicles section.

Once you have everything we can move on from there.

process is very simple

You install the adapter on the laptop, install the Hptuners VCM Suite software, read the current flash from the car and send it to us. We will make changes and once payment clears we will return a file that you will write to the car.

We work all over the world, no matter where you are.

You can order the service directly on our website www.geptuned.com

(But remember, you still need to send us your current flash)

Q: What do I need to install Burble Tune on my Ford Mustang or any other Ford? A: To get our marbles or performance tuning for your Mustang (Fiesta or other).

You will need: HPtuners MPVI2 adapter and a Windows-based laptop.

Once you have it, we can remotely tune your car, make it bubble or boost performance and improve drivability.

If you don’t already have an adapter go to: www.hptuners.com and order it now, except for the adapter you will need to purchase two or four (depending on model and year) credits for your car

Credits allow you to license and work with your engine control unit.

You can check how many credits your car needs on the Hptuners website in the Vehicles section.

Once you have everything we can move on from there.

process is very simple

You install the adapter on the laptop, install the Hptuners VCM Suite software, read the current flash from the car and send it to us. We will make changes and once payment clears we will return a file that you will write to the car.

We work all over the world, no matter where you are.

You can order the service directly on our website www.geptuned.com

(But remember, you still need to send us your current flash)

Q: Burble on Demand, how does it work?

A: The way we offer Burble on Demand to our customers is very simple

A lot of people don’t want to keep Pop and Bang running all the time because it gets annoying very quickly, so we decided to offer our customers Burble Tune, which allows them to control when they should miss or shoot with the gas pedal. When you touch and hold the gas pedal very small on the Decel car there will be a pop/hum, but when you fully release the gas pedal there is no burble or pop sound at all.

Q: I want my car to shoot up flames just like your youtube videos

A: Flame Tune is what we offer our customers when they use fully free-flowing headers and exhaust without a muffler or resonator. So car should be very loud (racing car in general) with no free flowing exhaust 0 flames unfortunately can be achieved so please don’t ask for flames if you still run stock exhaust!

Q: Can my BMW E60, X5 with V8 engine have Burble Tune?

A: Yes! We offer Burble Tune for N62 engines (and not only) all over the world, no matter where you are. We tell you what tools you need to get our Burble Tune or Performance Tune

Q: My Camaro/Mustang already has xxx tune, can you add Burble Mod to my current tune?

A: Yes sure, as long as you have HPTuner’s MPVI2 adapter to read and write flash, we can apply our burble mod to your current tune.

Q: Where can I buy your Burble, Pop and Bang, Popcorn Tune?

When done right, crackle tunes are a fun way to add loud pops and bangs from your exhaust.

If you’ve ever stepped on the gas pedal quickly while accelerating, you may hear a loud exhaust bang. Alternatively, you could be driving an older car, step on the gas and hear a backfire coming from your tailpipe.

Here’s an example of a sizzling tune on this 370Z.

When naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines are properly tuned, either from the factory or for performance, engineers and tuners attempt to minimize these pop and pop events.

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During an engine cylinder’s actual four phases of combustion: intake, compression, combustion, and exhaust (AKA suck, squeeze, pop, blow), proper ignition occurs near the top of the piston’s travel. At this point, an air and fuel mixture explosion provides most of the downward force.

But if you trick an engine by over-fueling during deceleration with the aforementioned accelerator pedal blip (AKA lift-off throttle overrun or exhaust overrun), or intentionally timing an engine’s firing order so that it’s not at TDC, but something after TDC occurs when your exhaust valves open, a rich fuel mixture burns and exits through the exhaust phase and into your tailpipe. The combustion comes out as heat and noise and creates these cracks, pops and pops.

Crackle tunes for naturally aspirated cars are essentially adjusting ignition timing, fuel quantity and tuning your ECU to safely achieve combustion just after top dead center.

Are there crackling tunes for turbocharged cars?

Turbocharged crackle tunes work on the same principle as naturally aspirated crackle tunes, except that with the wastegate open, none of that extra exhaust builds lift.

However, when certain tunings are used to reduce turbo lag by retarding ignition timing when you let off the gas and forcing a richer mixture of air and fuel to burn in the exhaust manifold ahead of the turbo, we call such a system anti-lag .

There are a handful of popular anti-lag systems out there and I encourage you to watch the video below to learn more.

Dangers of crackling melodies

Crackle Tunes serve no functional purpose, do not benefit the car in any way, and are for fun only. Improperly executed crackle tunes will additionally heat your valves, send rich mixtures through your catalytic converters ruining them and can drastically reduce the life of your turbos.

If you are concerned about engine damage and are new to tuning, Crackle Tunes are not for you. However, if you have advanced engine tuning skills or know someone who has experience tuning engines, Crackle Tunes can be sure.

Crackle tunes are so popular that tuners who once tuned cars to perform better are making more money just making crackle tunes.

How are crackling melodies made?

Crackle tunes on modern cars are created by reprogramming your car’s OEM ignition maps so that ignition events occur during the delay after the normal time. This is done with an aftermarket ECU tuner like Ktuner or Hondata.

First, a tuner adjusts the factory ignition timing maps and drastically retards the ignition in the lower rpm range (between 0 and 2000 rpm) only during the delay. But without extra fuel, there’s no loud popping or popping…yet.

You can add extra fuel manually by squeezing the throttle while decelerating. By using different ignition delay values, you can achieve different types of pops and pops.

You can also adjust what is known as the fuel cut delay, or how long the delay lasts before the fuel injectors shut off during the delay. Normal fuel injectors shut off at about 40 milliseconds with no throttle. A sizzling tune pumps those numbers up to around 1000ms, 1500ms, or 2000ms (1, 1.5, and 2 seconds, respectively).

Combined with retarded ignition timing, you get smoother and more consistent pops, pops and exhaust crackles. They use more fuel and lower MPG.

I recommend watching the video below to see what I described above in real time.

Legality of crackle tunes

As sizzling tunes mess with air and fuel, you’ll accidentally mess with your car’s exhaust systems. Since most crackle tunes are made on street legal cars and not race cars, crackle tunes are in direct violation of the EPA’s Clean Air Act.

The EPA does not actively take action against individual violations of the EPA Clean Air Act, but it does take action against shops that perform any type of ECU tuning that affects emissions. You can be inspected and fined by the EPA if you supply and sell ECU tuners and/or tune crackle tunes for street legal vehicles.

Bang & Bang

LET THE BANG AND BANG MAKE YOUR EXHAUST SOUND BETTER

Want a healthy adrenaline rush and a few extra heads turning as you drive by? Then Pops and Bangs Tuning is the best solution for you. Find out everything you want to know about this incredible tuning, from how it’s done and why to all the benefits and potential risks. Combine safety with style to enhance your driving experience.

As? Thanks to the popping and gurgling sounds the exhaust makes when you shift gears or release the accelerator pedal after hard acceleration. You may have heard of the effects of Pop & Bang tuning on some of the world’s most respected supercars – now it’s your turn!

Until recently, this feature was reserved for high-end performance cars. However, our engineers have developed tuning files that bring pop and bang tuning to the vast majority of cars, including many diesels. We pride ourselves on safety and quality, and while you can enjoy the crackle of the exhaust, we’re sure to let you enjoy it too.

NOTE: Pop & Bang is the most common term for this amazing feature, but you may have heard of it by one of these terms: lag map, crackle map, anti-lag system, popcorn, exhaust crackle, pop on boost, exhaust overflow, and in some countries, boost bubbling or fuel cut-off.

WHAT IS POP & BANG?

When you accelerate, your exhaust makes that wonderful roaring noise we’re all used to. However, if you slow down, the noise goes away with speed. Pops and bangs make decelerating sound even better than accelerating.

When you take your foot off the gas, your exhaust begins to pop, crackle and gurgle, adding loads of fun and character to sections of driving that used to be listless.

Similarly, if you have a pops and bangs tuning file installed, you will no longer experience a drop in tone when shifting up gears. You can mark each shift with a loud pop & bang.

And of course, what would tuning be without a performance benefit. In addition to the sonic benefit, pops and bangs also reduce or completely eliminate post-deceleration turbo lag.

In addition to these amazing new features, pops and bangs can cause your engine and exhaust some serious problems that you should know about, so make sure you work with tuners who put both safety and performance first. However, you shouldn’t worry as we have listed the top possible problems below and are here to make sure you can avoid them at any time!

BANG AND BANG – HOW DO YOU BRING YOUR CAR FLAMES OUT?

Two things are necessary to create pops and bangs. First we need to change the software in your ECU so that it doesn’t shut off the fuel immediately after you take your foot off the accelerator. That means some fuel is injected even if you’re not depressing the pedal.

Second, we retard the ignition timing during the retard. The change causes the flame front to spread later than normal. This means that part of the combustion takes place when the exhaust valves open and the cylinder is no longer the only place where the flame front propagates.

Many of you know how important timing is for both security and performance. If the ignition timing was retarded all the time, it would severely affect performance. For this reason, the delay is programmed to only occur when you take your foot off the accelerator. This way the pop & bang is there, but in no way reduces the performance of your car. On turbocharged cars, it even improves them.

This improvement comes from the fact that the fuel is not shut off during deceleration and the flame front propagates later. The result is a flow through the exhaust even when decelerating. This flow keeps the turbo spinning, so the next time you press the pedal you don’t experience that all too familiar and hated turbo lag because the exhaust side of the turbo never stops spinning. This allows the supercharger side to deliver instant boost as soon as the pedal is pressed again and the throttle opens to let air into the engine.

Because this process eliminates turbo lag, improving responsiveness and performance, Pop and Bang is also known as the Anti-Lag System (ALS). And the better the response, the happier the driver is, in our experience. Agree?

DOES POP AND BANG REMAP NEED TURBO?

Turbo isn’t a requirement for pops and bangs, as the most important segments are the ignition and fuel cut delays. The only difference between turbo and non-turbo cars is that turbocharged cars benefit from the anti-lag feature.

In addition, popping and popping noises can also occur when the vehicle is stationary. The mechanism is quite similar, but the sounds are of noticeably lower intensity.

IS POPS AND BANGS TUNE SAFE?

When done right, controlled, tested well, and not pushed too far, pops and bangs are perfectly safe. In fact, many manufacturers offer pops and pops as a standard feature on their cars, and they come with regular warranty and security claims. These include some of the most well-known manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz (especially for AMG vehicles), BMW and VW, as well as other VAG models. So, yes, pops and bangs are perfectly safe when done right. Otherwise they would hardly find their place in production cars.

POP & BANG STAGE AND POSSIBILITIES

The amount of fuel and amount of spark retard gives plenty of room to customize your pop-and-bang remapping. However, there are a few things to consider if you want a safe and smooth ride. To provide our customers with peace of mind, but also to allow a degree of customization, we have created two levels of Pop & Bang tuning.

Most people aiming for individual pops and bangs require a more intense sound. Going too far with the modifications can be very damaging to the valves, exhaust and even the turbo. Many stock parts are not designed to withstand the extreme temperatures and pressures that inevitably come with the most aggressive pops and bangs.

Level 1 Pop & Bang provides moderate levels of pop and bang. When we say “moderate,” it’s important to note that they are by no means shy. They’re more than enough to put a smile on most customers’ faces, and Level 1 Pop & Bang comes with other benefits as well. For example, you don’t need aftermarket parts or other hardware modifications on most Tier 1 vehicles. The pops and bangs are designed to deliver the amazing sound but also ensure the safety of all parts including the most vulnerable ones like the catalytic converter.

However, some people want the extreme and for them we offer Stage 2 Pop & Bang. Tier 2 actually includes a number of different upgrades that help us customize your tuning to your liking. The initial requirements for Stage 2 include an aftermarket or sport exhaust and the exclusion of the stock catalytic converter. These bearing parts are not powerful enough to deal with the violent pops and bangs, so they must be removed.

We mentioned the two core changes, other changes depend on customer’s requests. We have a dedicated team of experts who can carry out all the necessary calculations and tests and offer the best advice for each individual case. Due to the different requirements of our customers, however, the roughest conversions are carried out on our own responsibility.

CAN EXHAUST FLAME DAMAGE YOUR CAR?

There are two ways that pops and bangs can damage the vehicle. The first is already mentioned in the Stage 2 Pop & Bang section of the text. In this case, damage can occur when pops and bangs are too extreme. However, well-trained and experienced experts can prevent you from crossing the safety line.

The second way bang and bang can seriously damage your car, regardless of the level of modification, is to have it adjusted by people who do not have the necessary knowledge, experience or equipment. Keep in mind that you are changing the way your engine is operating and putting a lot more stress on some parts of the vehicle. Not controlling every part of the process can be detrimental, even if you opt for lower intensity exhaust flames.

CURRENTLY AVAILABLE POP & BANG TUNINGS

To date we have developed pop and bang mods for some of the most popular and revered ECUs on the market. This allows us to offer pop and bang tuning for cars from manufacturers such as Mercedes Benz, Porsche, BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda, Seat, Renault, Peugeot, Citroen, Mini, Volvo, Fiat, Lancia, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Ford and many, many more.

Additionally, our list of available pops and pops is constantly expanding, so be sure to consult your dealer even if your car’s manufacturer isn’t on this list. Currently we can offer Pop & Bang tuning for numerous ECUs from Bosch, Siemens, Delphi, Denso etc.

POP AND BANG ON THE SPORTS BUTTON ONLY!

Right now we’re getting a lot of requests for pops and bangs on the sports button. That means the pop and bang feature only works when Sport mode is activated on a car. We are able to do this on different engines. The list of new ECUs that we can add this feature to is growing every week.

ADDITIONAL POSSIBILITIES

As we mentioned earlier, Pops and Bangs Remap offers a number of interesting improvements to your ride. Combined with our dedicated and experienced team, these great features take the driving experience to a whole new level. But the fun doesn’t stop there!

Aside from popping and popping, we also provide other performance and sound enhancement services such as , map swapping and more.

FAQ

What are some other names for pop and bang?

Pop and bang is also called Deceleration Map, Crackle Map, Pop and Crackle, Anti-Lag System, Popcorn, Exhaust Crackle, Pop on Overrun, Exhaust Overrun, AK47 and in some countries boost blubber or boost shutoff. All of these terms refer to the same effect.

Will pop and bang affect performance?

With turbocharged vehicles yes. As discussed above, maintaining turbo shortens response time and reduces or even eliminates turbo lag after deceleration. If your exhaust is popping and crackling, it means gases are flowing through it, keeping your turbo spinning.

Is Pop and Bang Safe?

When done right, controlled, tested well, and not pushed too far, pops and bangs are perfectly safe. In fact, many manufacturers offer pops and pops as a standard feature on their cars, and they come with regular warranty and security claims. These include some of the most well-known manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz (especially for AMG vehicles), BMW and VW, as well as other VAG models. So, yes, pops and bangs are perfectly safe when done right. Otherwise they would hardly find their place in production cars. Going too far can be detrimental to your valves, exhaust system and catalytic converters, and in some cases even the turbo. This is why a controlled bang and bang tune developed by experts is essential if you want to enjoy the awesome sounds while maintaining the safety and reliability of your car.

Do I need turbo for pop and bang?

Turbo isn’t a requirement for pops and bangs, as the most important segments are the ignition and fuel cut delays. The only difference between turbo and non-turbo cars is that turbocharged cars benefit from the anti-lag feature. In addition, popping and popping noises can also occur when the vehicle is stationary. The mechanism is quite similar, but the sounds are of noticeably lower intensity.

Do I have to swap my downpipe for bang and bang?

This depends on a few conditions including stock configuration, catalyst flow, OPF and how strong you want the pops to be. In general, bangs and bangs can damage your catalytic converters, which are usually located in the downpipe. The harder the bang and bang, the greater the chance of a problem. However, we also know that many production cars with catalytic converters pop and pop. The reason for this and the answer to the question is that some vehicles can combine higher flow sports catalytic converters and controlled, safe pops and pops. Of course, should road car legal requirements in your country allow it, or if you are building a race car, catless downpipes are a safe choice for pop and bang on any car. If you need help deciding if your car should pop and bang, how hard you can drive and if you need to replace stock parts, contact us and get the best advice from experienced engineers.

Can I turn Pop and Bang on and off?

Yes, depending on the model. The most common setup only enables pop and bang when sport mode is enabled. It gives you the versatility to use your car as an everyday driver with a more muted sound for everyday conditions and also enjoy the extreme soundtrack when enjoying its performance.

BANG AND BANG IN A NUTSHELL

Pop and Bang adds amazing sound to any tuned vehicle and provides anti-lag to turbocharged vehicles

The pop-and-bang tuning is done by retarding the ignition timing and retarding the fuel cut to carefully measured points

If you want safe tuning, it is important that pop and bang tuning file providers have the right equipment, tools, knowledge and experience

Pop and bang is available for petrol and some diesel vehicles

Pop and bang is available for turbocharged, supercharged and naturally aspirated vehicles

Pop and Bang can be engineered to only work in Sport mode

Bang and bang is also called crackle map, delay map, anti-lag system, exhaust crackle, exhaust boost, popcorn, bang on boost, boost bubbling or fuel cut-off

Make sure to contact us and see what we can do for you.

Your car’s exhaust plays a key role in how your vehicle performs, looks and sounds. When looking to complete or enhance the look of a car, many people like to add tailpipe tips to their tailpipe. But before you do that, you might want to consider the factors that make an exhaust tip worthwhile, especially if an exhaust tip changes the sound of your vehicle.

What is an exhaust tip?

The visible part of your exhaust tailpipe is the exhaust tip, also known as the “muffler tip”. Sometimes it can be one or two pipes depending on whether a vehicle has a single or dual exhaust system. Throughout the exhaust system, the tailpipe is the end of a combustion process that removes gases and channels them under the car for safer release. An exhaust tip, which can come in a variety of styles and sizes, can affect the sound of a vehicle depending on the type and size.

Performance of the exhaust tip

Exhaust tips, as they are literally at the back end of the exhaust system, give a car a more powerful sound. But a normal peak usually has a small impact on the exhaust noise. A larger tip gives the engine a stronger, hearty sound, while a small tip produces a harsher sound. Here it is worth taking a look at the different tailpipes for your vehicle. You can determine the style and noise you are looking for.

Variety of exhaust tips: walls

As you do your research, you’ll quickly notice the difference between a single wall tip and a double wall tip, which can be described as the thickness of an exhaust tip.

single wall. The single wall exhaust tip consists of just one piece of metal rounded for the tip, cut at each end. It can obviously look a little thinner and may not be the most complete.

double walled On the other hand, many car enthusiasts looking to add an exhaust tip enjoy the double wall tip as it has a complete, finished look. The double wall has another layer of metal wrapping it around itself. It appears as a smooth surface. This option can be expected to be a little more expensive, but it gives your vehicle that vibrant look that you are aiming for.

But the secret is that the wall of an exhaust tip doesn’t affect performance, only style.

Variety of tailpipes: diameter

The true measure of exhaust sound is how wide or narrow the diameter is. The exhaust tip diameter ranges from 1.5 to 4 inches and can have a decent difference.

A wider exhaust tip that allows more exhaust gases to exit quickly creates that meaty sound that many car enthusiasts desire. It makes the engine sound full and right. On the other hand, the narrow exhaust tip has a raspy sound that is not usually sought after.

Variety of tailpipes: Intercooled

Another personal choice for your exhaust tip is whether or not you want intercooling. You’ll quickly recognize this exhaust tip by the row of holes cut at the end. This also helps produce a smoother sound and can add interest to your vehicle.

Final Thoughts

If you are looking to upgrade your exhaust by adding a tip to improve the sound and attractive appearance then don’t hesitate to contact us at Performance Muffler today. With locations in Phoenix and Peoria and over 15 years of experience, Performance Muffler prides itself on our incredible results and outstanding customer service.

All cat parents know that cats have a “sixth sense”. They seem to understand a lot more than we give them credit for… For example, when we come home after several hours outside, the cat is very likely to be sitting outside as if it knows we’ll be home very soon. Aside from having every keen eye, they are very observant of their surroundings. Cats are not only adorable but also make amazing pets! Therefore, to ignite your love for cats, we bring you some common beliefs about cats.- Lucky Charms: The Egyptians believed that the life forces of cats could protect them from all evil . Good for the harvest: Europeans in many rural areas thought that cats were essential for a good harvest. Therefore, they were treated with great respect and care. – Weather forecast: a sitting cat with its back to the fire was considered a sign of impending frost a cat on board, especially a black cat. Although for some odd reason actually saying the word “cat” was considered unlucky! – Good for the baby: In Russia, putting a cat in a cradle was supposed to ward off evil spirits from a new baby. – Look into my eyes: In ancient China, people believed they could tell the time by looking into a cat’s eyes. The ancient Romans believed that a cat’s changing eye color was related to the changing phases of the moon. In ancient Egypt, it was believed that a cat’s eyes reflected the sun’s rays and protected humanity from darkness and despair. Good Luck: No one understands why black cats are still considered good luck in the UK; and walking in front of the bride and groom was considered a happy omen for the wedding. Another belief was that a cat sneezing near the bride on the wedding day meant their marriage would be long and happy… And a white cat was supposed to bring luck and happiness to their pet parents. – Luck: Long ago, in China, the image of a cat was believed to mean good luck and long life. Mao, the Chinese name for cat, means “80 years”.- Good for wealth: Another sentiment associated with black cats was that they brought good luck. And if the one who found a black cat with a single white hair could pull out the hair without getting scratched, he would make a lot of money and also find true love. The Japanese believe that a waving cat also brings them luck brings. In Japanese homes, the figure of a cat with its left paw raised holds pride of place. Japanese sailors take with them on their ships a tricolor cat (tortoiseshell) – known as “Me-kay” – for good luck and safe travels.- Symbol of purity: The Italian legend of the Nativity often mentioned a pregnant cat who became a mother at the same time as Mary, near the manger. Apparently, it was a symbol of the purity of Christ’s birth. (Joan Henderson lives in Australia and has judged furry cats in many other countries) www.dogsandpupsmagazine.com; www.facebook.com/DogsandpupsmagMeet Biglu, the hair loss machine in my lifeWe brought him home on my 13th birthday, a skinny tiny beagle baby (1 month old). Thousands of health problems and skin problems followed and were eventually cured and what we have now is a handsome little boy. My mother initially refused to let him on the sofa or in bed. But Beagles, I’ve heard, are known to have a will. Now he sleeps with us at night and watches cricket sitting on the sofa. We tried our best to train him to be a guard dog but eventually found it was useless as every person he saw became his new best friend. Playing fetch with him is probably the best part of my day. It’s weird how he manages to make my day just by wagging his tail. Just a year and a half in this household and Biglu has changed us all in more ways than we can imagine. But I had read somewhere… “Sometimes all it takes is a smelly dog ​​with bad breath, bad manners and pure intentions to help us see.” – Mom Chatterjee Are You a Proud Pet Parent? Do you have a cute cat story to share? Maybe your guinea pig is giving you problems? Whatever your companion, we are here to listen. Send your photos, inquiries and stories to [email protected]

Mythology is essentially the ancient religion or belief system of a group of people, and throughout history the cat has featured prominently. Members of the cat family are native to most parts of the world, with the exception of Australia, Madagascar, and some outlying islands. People tend to either love or hate cats. While we cannot ascertain the exact origins of the domestic cat, it has managed to fill a unique socio-ecological niche since humans began to evolve an agricultural way of life. The ancestors of the domestic cat are most likely the African wild cat, tamed and worshiped by the ancient Egyptians and called Mau. The Egyptians considered black cats to bring good luck, and symbols of black cats were used as emblems by Egyptian physicians to advertise their services. The ancient Egyptians prohibited the export of cats, and killing a cat was considered a crime in their society, punishable by death. The cat was probably chosen as a symbol of power because of its incredible hunting ability, an ability useful to Egyptian society where cats could be used to protect granaries from rodents. When male-dominated Christianity became the state religion throughout the Roman Empire, worship of the female cat goddess Bastet was outlawed in Egypt. The usurped religions were degraded to cults and their gods and goddesses to demons and devils. It is also interesting to note that as Christianity became the dominant belief system, reference to and involvement with cats decreased radically, and there is only one species of cat left mentioned in the Bible – the lion. Early Christians believed that the lion sleeps with its eyes open and is always alert. So it was not uncommon to find lion motifs on the doors of old churches. It has also been said that when Christianity replaced the ancient religions, certain attributes of the Egyptian goddesses were incorporated into the images and associations of the Virgin Mary. When she gave birth to Jesus in the stable, a mother cat also gave birth to a kitten and this is depicted in many paintings depicting baby Jesus playing with a kitten. The mother cat was apparently a tabby, and according to legend, all tabby cats bear the “Madonna sign,” the distinctive “M” on their foreheads. Since the Middle Ages, cats have been associated with witchcraft and paganism in Europe and are credited with special powers, second sight and magical abilities. The mass extermination of thousands of cats at this time played a role in the rat epidemic and the corresponding Black Death that swept Europe. Hindu mythology associates cats with fertility and the goddess of childbirth, Shasti, rides a cat or a tiger. Unlike the Christian church, Islam approves of the cat. Muslims also regard cats as good creatures given by Allah to help people. In Japan, the cat is considered a positive animal and is still held in high esteem. Symbolizing peace and transformation, cats were popular with Japanese soldiers who believed they had power over the dead and could thus ward off the evil spirits that dwelt in the ocean. Many Japanese people continue to keep small statues of “Fortune Cats” in their homes for good luck, and the “Hello Kitty” brand developed in Japan is popular around the world. In Celtic tradition, cats are associated with the underworld and the dead are often portrayed as evil. Norse mythology before Christianity depicted the goddess Freya’s chariot as being pulled by two white cats. According to legend, by omitting a saucer of milk from the goddess’ cats, Freya kept her soil fertile and the harvest plentiful. But after her conversion to Christianity, Freya was considered a witch and her cats became black horses possessed by the devil. Hence possibly the myth/superstition that black cats are unlucky. The Chinese consider cats to be a yin animal associated with evil, shapeshifting, and the night. A black cat symbolizes illness or misfortune. During the Cultural Revolution, Chairman Mao declared that it doesn’t matter if a cat is black or white – as long as it caught a mouse, it is a good cat. Traditional Africans have always kept cats because they believe they have the power to protect people from rats, mice and snakes. Some believe that when a cat sees the Tokoloshe, it will howl and this will drive the demon away. It is also believed that no tokoloshe goes where a cat has washed its face. Unfortunately, even among many Africans, there is still a tendency to view cats with suspicion and even fear, mostly due to their association with witchcraft. The cat’s current plight is aptly summed up by author Olivia Manning, who tells the story of the cat in her book Extraordinary Cats. She writes of the “tough, untameable little beast that, once worshiped as a god, later bullied as the devil’s agent, tortured as a symbol of malice, and burned as a witch’s wife, has endured more than its share of human stupidity.” Cats are in remain the most abused and maligned species in many parts of the world. The origins of this perception can be traced back to the Judeo-Christian religion, which continues to view cats as demonic and evil. There is also a rapidly developing ecological witch-hunt aimed at Cats is led based on the belief that they are responsible for the decimation of certain species of birds and other types of wildlife.All cats are opportunistic and prefer to feed on human food and fail the, captured waste and rodents.Rodents are lighter to catch and they often share habitat (drains) with wild cats Of course Ka cute birds, but far less productive than conservationists claim. Numerous scientific studies conducted on wild cat diets indicate that their impact on bird populations is negligible. Cats aren’t the only culprits in declining bird populations, and the World Watch Institute and other environmental research groups confirm that declines in bird and other populations are directly related to the loss of natural habitats. Deforestation, the construction of malls and housing developments, golf courses and squatter camps, and increased use of pesticides and pollution are all to blame. Other bird species such as crows, starlings and mynahs exhibit interspecies aggression, driving away many of the smaller songbirds favored by gardeners and bird lovers. The anti-cat lobby uses the existence of zoonosis (diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans) as an indicator of the so-called health hazard posed by cats. But research shows cats are not vectors for rabies, although they can carry the disease for the short time it takes them to die from it themselves. Since rabies is transmitted by saliva (bites) and not by claws (scratches), wild cats only play a minor role in the rabies chain. However, recent global developments such as bird flu have also affected cats and there is even a recently reported case of a cat dying in Germany after eating an infected bird. Cat lovers and cat owners everywhere must do their part to ensure they don’t make the problem worse. They can do this by spaying their pets and supporting animal welfare initiatives aimed at helping cats. This is especially critical when doing so could lead to further demonization of a once-revered species. Cat mascots are commonly used for sports teams as they symbolize bravery, cunning, speed, strength and agility. Cats are also the subject of more athletic logos than any other animal species, and teams often have cat names like The Panthers, Tigers, Lions, Pumas, Wildcats, Cheetahs, or just The Cats!

Among superstitions, one of the oldest and most enduring is that crossing paths with a black cat brings bad luck. The dark cats have also been folded into modern Halloween symbols, giving them an (undeserved) reputation for being spooky.

But how and where did the association between black cats and bad luck begin? Here’s what is known about the connection between Halloween and black cats, including the lingering effects of this superstition, which endures to this day.

Origins of the black cat superstition

Connections between humans and cats can be traced back to some of the world’s earliest civilizations, most notably ancient Egypt where cats were considered divine symbols. Cats also appeared in Greek mythology, notably Hecate, goddess of magic, sorcery, the moon and witchcraft, was described as having a cat both as a pet and as a familiar (a supernatural creature believed to be one of the witch helps). .

Written records link black cats to the occult as early as the 13th century when Pope Gregory IX. issued an official church document entitled “Vox in Rama” on June 13, 1233. “In it, black cats were declared an incarnation of Satan,” says Layla Morgan Wilde, author of Black Cats Tell: True Tales And Inspiring Images. “The decree marked the beginning of the Inquisition and the Church-sanctioned hunts for heretics and/or witches. Originally intended to quell the growing cult of Luciferians in Germany, it quickly spread across Europe.”

Cats and witches are seen as a threat to the early Christian church

An early 1900’s Halloween postcard featuring a witch, black cat and ghosts. Transcendental Graphics/Getty Images

In addition to their early association with Satan, cats were also inseparably associated with witches in medieval Europe. According to Cerridwen Fallingstar, Wiccan priestess and author of Broth from the Cauldron: A Wisdom Journey through Everyday Magic, witches were the pre-Christian pagan practitioners of Europe.

Although the early Christian church in Europe coexisted with witches as the church grew in power, they said they saw witches as their direct competition in winning people’s hearts and minds. That’s when the church began hunting, persecuting, torturing, and killing witches in large numbers, she explains.

“Witches honored nature and had a deep respect for plants and animals,” says Fallingstar. “The affection between man and beast was therefore viewed as ‘diabolical’ or diabolical, and the old lady with her cats was viewed as suspect.”

Not only did the early Christians fear the connection they made between witches, cats and the devil, they also saw both as a threat. “Cats, like the women accused of witchcraft, tend to display a healthy disrespect for authority,” she notes. “They don’t flatter even the unworthy like dogs. Independent women and independent animals should not be tolerated in the church.”

At one point, witch-cat mating narrowed to black cats, though Fallingstar says it’s not entirely clear why that happened. “The very relationship between witches and black cats is probably conceited, but it’s possible that black cats are better moulters since they can’t be seen at night and therefore have a hunting advantage,” she explains. “Witches tend to be practical.”

Eventually, the fear of black cats and their association with witchcraft made its way across the Atlantic thanks to the Puritan colonists, says Daniel Compora, associate professor of English language and literature at the University of Toledo. “The idea that witches could turn into their familiars probably came from those accused of witchcraft who have cats as pets,” he explains.

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Cats are blamed for spreading the plague

In the Middle Ages, it wasn’t uncommon for cats to be killed as they were associated with evil, Compora says. Some people even went so far as to blame cats for spreading bubonic plague and used this as another reason to get rid of them. However, their ill-conceived plan backfired.

“In a particularly bizarre irony, killing the cats helped fuel the spread of the plague,” Compora explains. “With the reduced number of cats to control the rodent population, the disease spread rapidly.”

Origins of Black Cat Crossing Your Path superstition

Black cat crossing a man’s path. Lambert/Getty Images

Given the belief in medieval Europe that devils and witches were able to take the form of black cats, it makes sense that superstition developed around their crossing paths, says Phoebe Millerwhite, folklorist and artist. “So a black cat that crosses your path could very well be on a witch’s mission,” she notes. “It might as well be the devil in disguise – and nobody wants to meet the devil. That explains why a black cat crossing your path is considered a bad omen.”

This notion continued into the Renaissance, Fallingstar says, when a black cat crossing your path may have indicated a witch had sent her familiar to harm you. “Many frightened farmers of the time might have rushed to the nearest church and paid for a priest to bless them and remove any curse that the cat might have placed,” she says. “Since this was a source of income for the church, such fears would likely have been fueled.”

But the notion that black cats bring bad luck isn’t universal, according to Compora. In fact, some cultures believe that black cats bring good luck.

“Their resemblance to the cat goddess Bastet led them to be worshiped in ancient Egypt,” he explains. “In other countries like Scotland and Japan, they are known to represent prosperity. Whether a black cat is viewed as a benevolent creature or an evil supernatural force seems to depend entirely on which lore one adopts.”

Cats are perfect for most people, but not for my 42-year-old mother. She’s just like my 17-year-old friends’ parents – she’s feisty, sparkling, generous and can be feisty when she needs to be. She cooks arguably the best chicken parmesan in the world and also has impeccable taste in Bollywood music. But there’s one annoying trait that sets her apart from the other moms — she clearly loathes all animals unless they’re in a savory format, like her chicken parmesan.

Hatred of pets is unknown in Britain, any bitterness towards animals is considered totally unacceptable. After all, we are considered a zoophile nation. Pet ownership has surged during the lockdown. According to statistics from the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association, there are now 34 million pets in the UK, including 12 million cats and 12 million dogs, along with 3.2 million small mammals such as guinea pigs and hamsters, 3 million birds and 1.5 million reptiles.

Much to my disappointment, my mother never wanted to join these legions of pet lovers, especially when it came to cats. Growing up, I was always aware of this hostility. Whenever we were visiting relatives and friends who owned cats, I had to give them half an hour’s notice to hide them for fear of my mother’s reaction. The strange time a relative let a cat near her, she became hysterical. We couldn’t help but laugh at her overreaction, and yet her fear of cats was real.

It was partly based on seeing a creepy video about a cat when she was a kid. She vividly recalls watching a black cat with frightening green eyes jump in a man’s mouth and choke him. She’s since said there’s something unsettling about their piercing stare and how quickly they can scurry away and vanish into thin air. When pressed, she has even gone so far as to say, “Cats are Satan incarnate, using their cuteness and attractiveness to charm and do the devil’s work.”

Like many teens in lockdown, I really wanted a cat

On the contrary, I am an ailurophile. I am passionate about cats. I love their intelligence, curiosity and how unassailable they seem. Like many lockdown teenagers who study for hours at home while struggling to stay positive, I really wanted a cat. I’m not alone; A total of 3.2 million UK households have acquired a pet since the pandemic began.

No wonder so many young people like me are behind this trend. Almost two-thirds of new pet owners are between the ages of 16 and 34, and 56% of new pet owners have children at home. So I tried my best to convince her. It inevitably took a while.

My first attempt to persuade her failed, and in the end my mother’s fear won out. Then I thought I’d try again, so without telling my mom I put a deposit on a kitten, but the seller was a scammer and it all failed.

Despite this, I still wanted a cat and desperately needed my mother’s approval so that she could allow me to purchase a cat from a reputable source without attempting to acquire one surreptitiously on the internet. In the end, there was only one approach that I knew could work. I used my religion to convince them.

We are practicing Muslims and I finally realized that this was the way to her heart when it came to cats and I wondered why I hadn’t tried this approach earlier.

In Islam, cats are considered sacred animals. They are especially admired for their cleanliness. They are considered ritually pure, which is why they are allowed to enter houses and even mosques. According to authentic traditions, one can wash oneself for prayer with the same water that a cat drank from. It’s even legal to eat from the same bowl a cat ate from.

Unlike dogs, cats have been revered in Muslim culture for centuries. So much so that one of Prophet Muhammad’s companions was known as Abu Hurairah (father of kittens) because of his affection for cats. The Prophet himself was a great cat lover – Muezza was the name of his favorite cat.

There is a famous story told in the Muslim community about Prophet Muhammad’s relationship with cats. The story goes that one day Muhammad was awakened by the call to prayer. As he began to dress, he discovered that Muezza was sleeping on the sleeve of his prayer shawl. Instead of waking her up, he used scissors to cut off the sleeve, all while the cat could sleep undisturbed.

To tell the truth I would have loved to have had a dog but Islam forbids Muslims to keep them. If they do, there is a penalty – whoever owns the dog loses good deeds every day, although there are exceptions to this rule. Keeping dogs for hunting, protecting livestock, and guarding crops is permitted.

The Prophet himself was a great cat lover, Muezza being the name of his favorite cat

For these reasons, I was never allowed near a dog and the idea of ​​owning one never seriously crossed my mind. But it’s an infallible part of British culture: we’re a nation of dog lovers, so growing up I felt like I was missing out. I could never play fetch with a dog or get close to one. In my culture, they are considered dirty and if I had even petted one, I would have to take a shower.

Yet as a nation, we unfairly compare cats to dogs. Even the most affectionate and characterful cat can make a bad first impression. Cats communicate subtly and quietly. With dogs, what you see is what you get – they have no hidden traits or personality quirks. Unlike dogs, cats can lead independent lives alongside their owner. They don’t require walks or need to go outside to poop, and they don’t need a lot of space; All you need is a sofa and before long a purring cat will be on your knees.

In the end, it only took me a few weeks to tell my mom how seraphic and spiritual cats are in Islam before she fell in love with the idea. It felt like a sacrifice for her, but she knew how badly I wanted one. Since mothers are mothers, she also spoke to many different Muslims about their cats, and eventually her fear melted away.

So, against all odds, I got a kitten. Within weeks of Milo moving in with us, my mother’s attitude changed and now, three months later, she has fully adopted him as her fifth child. Energetic and torturous as a teenager, he’s also slim, cute, and as vulnerable as a baby, which my mom likes. It helps that he also has beautiful green eyes and the softest fur.

As soon as mom wakes up in the morning, she runs down the stairs to kiss Milo

At first she was afraid and doubtful of him, but little by little she got to know him. One day, to my great amazement, I came back from a stressful day in college to find Milo sitting peacefully on her lap while she watched TV. Now she does everything for him: cleans his litter box, feeds him and plays with him. As soon as she wakes up in the morning, she runs down the stairs to kiss him.

It’s very amusing when I remind my mother how she used to feel about cats. Now she is the proud owner of Milo and has been doing more research on the spread of cats in Islam. She says, “Cats are a blessing from God, bringing nothing but happiness and positivity to their owners.”

My mother spends hours every day staring at him in awe. She spams everyone with Milo’s WhatsApp photos and texts me every few hours about her favorite child. She returns from shopping laden with gifts and toys for him.

Who would have thought that Islam would help cure my mother’s ailurophobia and turn her into a full fledged cat lover? Sometimes I think she loves him more than me. She says he’s like a playful, charming teenager who doesn’t answer. Well, she’s not wrong.