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The Purr:
Cats (big and small) are the sole animals that have the ability to purr. How come?
Purring isn't voice-generated; it comes from two membrane folds, 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, and with their mouths fully shut.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 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 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", how are you?Cats will often make their demands for food and attention with a noisey and long "meo-o-o-o-ow".

The Ears:
There are 5 fundamental ear indications. If they point forward and slightly outward, then all is well. 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're agitated or anxious.

The Tail:
A tail quietly waving back and forth is a sign that the animal is contented or in deep concentration. If growling accompanies this, back off!
If tail-wagging is somewhere between heavy-duty and half-hearted, this can mean that your cat feels very indecisive at the moment. 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:
They're one of your cat's most delicate sense organs. By bending the whiskers, kitty can magnify the smallest air disturbance.

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