Why do cats purr?
These comforting sounds are good for them and for us, too.

“It’s easy to assume that cats purr because they’re happy. After all, when your kitty contentedly curls up in your lap for some well-deserved scratches and rubs, she’s obviously one happy feline.

However, cats also purr when they’re frightened or feel threatened, such as during a visit to the vet.”
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