A new study by researchers from the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin and the University of Naples Federico II shows a domestic ...

The cat purr is more than a sign of contentment. It is used to communicate with other cats and humans and may be a method of ...

A study from Japan has identified potential genes behind cat purrs, and the discovery could help us understand why our furry companions make these contented rumblings. The new information may ...

A: Man, those things are odd, aren't they? Basically, those things on a cat's tongue are backwards-facing spines that are ...

What does a cat’s purring say about it? More than many think. A study reveals surprising insights into the vocal communication of cats. While meowing varies greatly from situation to situation, ...

Our feline companions have a way of communicating their emotions. But none is as endearing and mystifying as the purr. While the exact reasons for purring are still being explored, scientists believe ...

A purring cat is one of the most pleasing sounds in the animal kingdom. Typically, it means your kitty is happy, relaxed, and calm (although they can also do it when they’re stressed). One thing you ...

As many cat owners will testify, their pets are often mysterious creatures, independent, cunning and sometimes aloof. And now ...

Anyone who lives with a cat may have tried it: a playful meow to greet or respond to the animal’s sounds. But what do cats ...

People rated cats as having a more positive emotional state when shown indoors rather than outdoors, even those who believe ...