2007-03-22 21:23:17 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Satisfaction and healing. When they have given birth they tend to purr non-stop day and night and this must be more about healing than being content. But it is both these. There may be other reasons too.
2007-03-22 21:26:39 · answer #1 · answered by ♥zene purrs♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats purr to comfort themselves and to show that they're feeling comfortable. Cats who have been horribly injured have been known to purr to try to calm themselves. And of course when you're petting your cat it's feeling very comfy so there's the purr again.
Interestingly, none of the other members of the cat family, like bobcats, tigers, lions, cheetahs, etc. can purr. The domestic cat's purr evolved from the roar of the wild cat, they have a special structure in their throat that produces a roar or a purr depending on the species.
2007-03-23 04:28:17 · answer #2 · answered by charmedchiclet 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's true that no one REALLY knows why or even how cats purr. Some animal behaviorists say that since cats are domesticated and look to humans as companions and family, they purr for us when we pet them. This comes from behavior as a kitten. Kittens learn to purr at a few days old to let their mothers know, "Mom, I'm here, I'm safe and I'm happy". In response, mothers purr to soothe her kittens and let them know she's there too.
Also, cats purr when they're severely injured or sick. Again, no one's really sure but it's speculated that it's a form of self-soothing and the vibration even feels good.
I'd also like to point out that some wild cats DO purr such as snow leopards. They purr just like a housecat - while breathing in and out. Lions and tigers have been observed purring too but in a different manner...Only when they breathe out.
Maybe this'll give you an idea but like I said, no one really knows for sure, for sure. =3
2007-03-23 04:38:41 · answer #3 · answered by Kara 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
purring is unique of cat family. Tiny kittens purr when they suck from their mother- they can suck and purr at the same time. The mother cat may purr as she approaches the nest-it is a quiet single between them that all is well.This behaviour persist into adulthood with other cats and, of course,with us - a sing of wellbeing and one we love to hear.
2007-03-27 00:07:32 · answer #4 · answered by dhyanguru 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats purr because they are showing that they are happy, feeling loving! Its a sighn of love for cats
2007-03-23 17:00:14 · answer #5 · answered by Ashisweety 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when cats purr, that means they're happy. They often purr when you pet them, and when they do, it just means that they are happy with you. Enjoy it.( Some cats are really loud, while other cats are quiet)
2007-03-23 07:17:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a sign of contentment and happyness. When a cat purrs, it means that they are feeling comfortable and in no danger at all. It is also a sign of love/friendship.
There are so many things about body language of cats that many cat owners don't know. I highly recommend any and all cat owners to read a bit about cat psychology and body language. It will really tighten your bond with your cats.
Good example is if you want your cat to come to you (like to jump up to your lap), ignore it. Don't look at it and after a short time, he/she will want your attention so bad that they will come to you.
2007-03-23 04:43:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They purr when happy, but they purr when sick or just gave birth too, scientests think they may purr to comfort themselves
2007-03-25 11:16:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anna A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why not, if i could purr when something felt good i would......at then my fiance would to do it again
2007-03-23 04:26:17 · answer #9 · answered by babygurl 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No one knows.
2007-03-23 04:26:24 · answer #10 · answered by jess. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋