As I write this on my home computer, my cat, Spin, is curled on on a cushion beside the screen. He's half-asleep, but his breathing is far from silent: he's purring loudly. The purr is one of the most ...

From chirps to meows to purrs, cats make an amazing range of noises. For the most part, cats meow or growl as a way to communicate with other animals or humans. Whether there's a bird outside the ...

Have you ever wondered how cats purr? Scientists may have solved this ongoing mystery. Learn about the fascinating mechanisms behind cat purring. Cats are mysterious creatures. There’s a lot we don’t ...

If you're a cat owner, you probably are pretty happy when your cat purrs. Most cat owners feel that purring signifies that our cats are happy, content and relaxed. But how do our cats make this ...

A 14-year-old mixed-breed cat appears to have no problem being heard after setting a new world record. Bella has been given the title of “world’s loudest purr by a domestic cat (living),” according to ...

This was supposed to be a calm cuddle. Instead, this Calico kitty surprised everyone with the wildest noises imaginable.

We all know that cats purr when they are content, and purring usually sounds pretty much the same no matter which cat is purring. Lilly and Lucy are sisters who love snuggling up with their mom, Zina.

A 14-year-old mixed-breed cat appears to have no problem being heard after setting a new world record. Bella has been given the title of "world’s loudest purr by a domestic cat (living)," according to ...

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