Is there anything more adorable than a cat purring in your lap? We think not! Purring is hands down one of the sweetest things cats do, and if you've ever experienced purrs for yourself, you've likely ...

Adorable cat lying on top of an open book on a knitted blanket The purr, a soft vibration that housecats make as they breathe in and out, is unique to cats and cat-like animals. Cougars, cheetahs and ...

The sound your cat makes when it purrs is distinct from any other noise. Some cats purr softly, like a gentle hum, while others have a loud purr that sounds more like an engine rumbling. Yet all cats’ ...

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 ...

If you have ever been fortunate enough to sit with a purring cat in your lap, you will know how soothing and calming a feeling it is. Studies have shown it can even lower your blood pressure and ...

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Having a cat is like having a forever (er, fur-ever?) best friend. They're basically walking, meowing, sassy shadows that bring a whole lot of love and laughter to your life... even if you have to ...

Cats aren't always very expressive. They usually rub against your legs and coax you with their irresistible "meows" to get ...

One of the most delightful happy cat signs that may seem funny to observe is your cat’s playful, silly side. Even well past ...

SHEFFIELD LAKE, Ohio -- I sometimes wonder if cats get the same sense of calm and comfort as (some) people do when cats camp on their lap. I’ve had a cat around for most of my life. There was one that ...

A cat’s way of behaving and communicating is more challenging to understand than a dog’s. Cats communicate in several ways. The most common way that cats communicate is by purring. However, there is ...