2007-03-12 05:04:19 · 8 answers · asked by Ebonique 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
When my cats purr, I'm not sure who is happier, them, or me. The purr comes from two membrane folds called "false" vocal cords, that are situated in the larynx behind the actual vocal cords. Cats purr at 26 cycles per second,the same as an idling diesel engine! The cat will purr when she breaths in, and when she breathes out. Scientists think purring is produced by blood in a large vein in the chest cavity that vibrates and is then magnified by air in the windpipe. Cute little happy kitties...
2007-03-12 13:40:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Mainly because they're very happy and content. However, on rare occasions, a cat will sometimes purr when they're in a great deal of pain. Then it becomes a sort of calming agent for them.
2007-03-12 12:13:27 · answer #2 · answered by ladydi_1987 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cats purr because it is the sound they get when they are comfortable and its the way go made them.
- The next Michael Jackson
2007-03-12 12:12:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats purr when happy or satisfied, its their way of smiling, or just the same as a dog wagging it's tail.
2007-03-12 12:08:48 · answer #4 · answered by Sarah C- Equine Help 101 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats purr when they are happy and content. They can also purr when they are in pain (e.g. giving birth).
2007-03-12 12:09:30 · answer #5 · answered by Me, Myself & I 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats purr when they r hapyy and content...Also they make this noise before they sleep
2007-03-12 12:54:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Is becausethey feel loved and happy and safe with u.
2007-03-12 12:10:37 · answer #7 · answered by Sexy Steph 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to tell the person who is doing something they like that they are happy
2007-03-12 12:40:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋