Koera keele otsas rohi, kassi keele otsas tõbi

The above proverb is found in the database of Estonian proverbs in different variations 160 times, making this the second most widespread proverb about cats and the fourth about dogs. The article outlines the roots and background of this belief, viewing the behaviour of both animals and their habits...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Renata Sõukand
Format: Article
Language:Estonian
Published: Eesti Kirjandusmuuseum 2006-01-01
Series:Mäetagused
Online Access:http://www.folklore.ee/tagused/nr31/renata.pdf