Why Do Cats Purr When You Stroke Them?
Everyone loves a cat's purr. It's fascinating and satisfying at the same time. There's nothing like curling up in bed with your cat on a cold day and hearing those soft, booming vibrations. But what makes a cat purr? And why are you doing this? Read below to find out what explanations people have given for cats purring over time, and what scientists believe it is causing it today. What people thought made cats purr in the past Five hundred years ago in England it was believed that a cat's purr was a secret form of communication with evil spirits. Over the years, more and more cats became domesticated Mind changed to purring as a form of a cat's snoring when it was satisfied. Now we know that purring isn't always an indication of cat happiness. Cats can do it, though they feel threatened or even fearful. Sometimes the explanation veterinarians give for a cat purring during a visit is nervousness - like when a person smiles when they're nervous. P...