The Purr:
Cats (large and small) are the sole animals that have the ability to purr. Why?
Purring actually comes from two membrane folds, rather than being voice generated. referred to as false vocal cords and they are located in the larynx to the rear of the real vocal cords. They can purr both on inhaled and exhaled breaths, with their mouths completely closed.The general thinking among scientists as to how purring is produced is this, air in the windpipe magnifies the sound of blood movement within a large vein located in the chest cavity.
For kittens(who are deaf and blind), the vibration of their mother's purring can be felt, acting as a homing device, an indication for them to feed When a cat purrs, it isn't always out of pleasure; a deep purr can also be an indicator of pain or distress.
The Meow:
There are lots of variations: a short, soft-spoken "mew" is your cat's way of saying "hello", how are you?A loud and drawn-out "meo-o-o-o-ow" is a demand for food or attention.
The Ears:
There are five basic ear signals. If they point forward and slightly outward, then every thing's cool. If the ears are erect and facing forward, they're alert and may investigate some noise. If the ears are twitching nervously back and forth, they are edgy or nervous.
The Tail:
A tail waving quietly from side to side is a sign of contentment or concentrating intently on something. If growling accompanies this, back off!
If tail-wagging is somewhere between heavy-duty and half-hearted, this may indicate that your cat is not sure of things. If the tail is leaning forward over the head and looking fluffed up, it means your cat is feeling like the top banana
The Eyes:
When your cat looks steadily at you, giving you several long, slow blinks, it's your cat's version of a kiss! Blink back at kitty the same way!
If you get on the same level and speak to your cat while sitting on the floor, it will immediately make your cat feel more comfortable.
The Whiskers:
They're one of your cat's most delicate sense organs. By bending the whiskers, A cat can detect the slightest disturbance in the air
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Steve Peters is a caring and loving cat owner and owns a number of pet related websites. For more information about Cat Talk you should grab our extensive ten part must have course, filled to the brim with cat care tips and secrets, go to http://www.catcarepower.com/10_Must_Have_Cat_Training_Tips.html
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