What does a cat's purr mean?

2022-07-08



I. Animals have amazing language, and so do cats


In general, our general perception of cat language is that cats only "meow~" or "meow~".
Impatient pooper scoopers get annoyed when they hear cats purring, while patient pooper scoopers will determine what cats are saying based on different scenarios.

The cat's purr is not as single as we see it. Some information shows that there are more than twenty kinds of sounds that can be distinguished by analyzing a cat's purr with a sound spectrum chart. And, cat-to-cat communication is not "meow" or "meow". Cats only make the "meow" sound when communicating with humans.
Hey, isn't that amazing?

Common cat-human communication languages
1銆丟reeting
Cats will use a small "meow" to greet their owners when they have nothing to say. At this time, the cat's heart is very calm, as if saying "Hi" to the owner.

2銆乄ith a request
When a cat has a demand, it likes to make a long sound, "meow ~~" or "meow ~~". At this time, the cat is likely hungry, or the litter box is dirty. The cat uses this slightly urgent cry to call the owner to hurry over and get the owner's attention.

3銆丼tressed
When a cat feels stressed or unhappy, the purring will be loud and even harsh. It is common when the cat enters a new environment, feels panic, and makes a long "meow ~" sound.

4銆丗ind abnormalities
When cats reach a certain understanding with their owners, they will use "meow~" to notify their owners of abnormalities in the room. For example, if a cat finds a cockroach or mosquito on the wall, it will stare at the place and continuously make a "meow" sound, as if to notify the owner to catch the insects.

5銆丩ike to chat
Some cats like to talk to their owners, for example, when they are bored, they will make "meow ~". At this time, if the owner talks to them, they will continue to "meow" like a chatterbox. It's kind of cute.

6. Relaxed and happy
When the owner is stroking the cat, the cat will be comfortable and happy to make a "purr" sound. This sound is a signal for the cat to communicate with its mother when it was young, and this habit has been retained since it grew up, which is also a signal for communication with the owner. However, cats will also purr when they are injured or sick, as a way to comfort themselves.

Language of communication between cats
As we said at the beginning of the article, there are more than twenty languages spoken by cats, but it is difficult for us humans to distinguish the differences. Here are some of the common languages that cats use to communicate with each other.

1. Intimidating or imminent attack purring
When cats fight with each other, they will first make a sound such as "scare ~" and "hoo ~" to deter each other. Although very fearful, the momentum can not lose.
This phenomenon is very common, even in single-cat households have seen. For example, cats hate hair dryers and vacuum cleaners, even if the owner does not use these tools, the cat will see them reflexively on the sound of intimidation.

2, shouting to play with a small partner to make a purring sound
This purring sound I found by observing the three cats at home. The oldest three cats always make a small "ow ow ow" when communicating with the second, and then they start chasing and playing. (This conclusion is only my guess, for reference)

The sound cats make when they see prey
Cats often make a "click-click-click" sound when they see birds or insects outside the window. When cats make this sound, their mouths open slightly and their upper and lower jaws twitch rapidly (it looks more powerful than a cell phone vibration).
The sound is amazing, even a little funny. It is said that cats do not make this sound among themselves and that cats often make this sound when they see prey.
Although it is fun for us pooper scoopers to see cats making the "click-click-click" sound, it is a very serious moment for cats.
Cats are highly focused and ready to hunt at this time. It is also said that because the cat is eager to catch the prey, but the paws can not reach the prey, have no choice but to "click click click".
However, there are also many other explanations for the cat's "click-clack" sound. A common theory is that the cat thinks it has bitten the prey and is chewing the prey by making the "click" sound. Another theory is that the cat is imitating the sound of a bird calling to lure them over.

Are you well versed in all of the above "cat languages"?
The body language of cats is very rich, sometimes even more responsive to their emotions than purring. As cat owners, understanding the characteristics of cats allow us to get along better with them. At the same time, cats bring us a constant source of fun and warmth.

What does a cat's purr mean?



II. Cats make different purring sounds that express different meanings. cat owl long purring trailing tail meaning


The cat owl with a long trailing sound may be an angry cat and a way of warning; it may also be a cat that is frightened or bullied; the cat will also express some needs to the owner such as hunger and thirst by making the owl with a long trailing sound.
The meaning of the cat's owl
Cats make a long, trailing cry, which is common in their daily lives and is used in many situations.
This sound is made from the throat when the cat is angry or stressed, to intimidate or threaten the other party, usually in a low tone, and the cat's entire body will remain tense. Usually, when the owner forces the cat to do something it does not want to do, the cat will make a long owl, indicating that it is angry and may even light up its claws to hurt people. The cat will usually make this yowl when the owner is clipping the nails, bathing the cat, touching the belly, etc.

When a strange cat or person appears in the house, the cat will feel scared and make a trailing owl sound.
When a cat is eager to eat a snack from its owner's hand, or when it wants to be petted by its owner, it will also use a long-drawn-out whine to show that it wants a good meal and that its tail is drawn out. However, this time the cat's voice sounds more relaxed, and may also actively rub the owner.
Sometimes when a cat catches a toy or other "prey" it will also make a low whine, which is supposed to be a celebration of its victory and a show-off to its owner.
A cat's long whine may be a result of physical injury, a fall from a height, or a sudden feeling of pain that causes the cat to growl.

Meaning of Other Cat Purrs
Different purrs or different vocal tones of cats represent different moods and states of the cat.
Sometimes a mother cat will purr to communicate with her child, which is an expression of affection.
When a cat feels violated or unhappy, it will make a low growl to warn another cat not to approach. The cat will also make a low "Mmmmm" sound, and if the other cat is still approaching, the cat will start to ha the other party.
Different cats will use different sounds to express their hunger, some will make a long "meow" sound, and when the owner's hand with a portion of delicious food, the cat will also be anxious to meow loudly.
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