Why do cats purr?
As pet parents, we assume that a purring cat is a happy cat.
As pet parents, we assume that a purring cat is a happy cat. Despite the fact that cats tend to purr when they’re in a relaxed environment, they also sometimes do this when they feel stressed. Scientists have concluded that cats purr to self-soothe, which means that they may be feeling positive or negative emotions when you hear that tell-tale rumbling noise.
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