by Wailani Sung MS. PhD, DVM, DACVBCats purr for many reasons—not just happiness. Purring can signal contentment, stress, a desire for attention, or even illness, depending on the situation and your cat’s body language.That soft, rumbling sound is one of the most...
by Sandra C. Mitchell, DVMWhy do cats purr? Do they only purr when you pet them? Many people think of purring as the sign of a happy, contented cat. But did you know that cats also purr when they’re in pain or frightened?Here’s what we know about cat purring—how cats...
