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Talking Cats

By: S E Peters

The Purr:
Cats (big and small) are the only animals that purr. Why?
Purring isn't voice-generated; it comes from two membrane folds, called false vocal cords that are situated in the larynx behind the actual vocal cords. They can purr both on inhaled and exhaled breaths, with their mouths completely closed.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.

For kittens(who can't see or hear), the vibration of their mother's purring can be felt, acting as a homing device, an indication for them to feed Cats don't purr just for pleasure; a deep one can also indicate pain or distress.

The Meow:
There are lots of variations: a short, soft-spoken "mew" is your cat's way of saying "hello", Are you feeling good today?Cats will often make their demands for food and attention with a noisey and long "meo-o-o-o-ow".

The Ears:
There are five basic ear signals. If they point forward and slightly outward, then all is well. If the ears are erect and facing forward, they're wide awake and my explore the source of something it hears. If the ears are twitching nervously back and forth, they're agitated or anxious.

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's feeling like "top dog."

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, your cat will feel more at ease right away.

The Whiskers:
When it comes to the feline species, the whiskers are the most important sense organs. By bending the whiskers, A cat can detect the slightest disturbance in the air

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