Those same frequencies cats purr at might also be doing good to us as well. It calms us and pleases us, like watching waves against a beach. Haddon agrees. The purr from a happy cat may also be of benefit to human health Credit: Alamy. Most of us feed the cat before ourselves, which shows how effective their communication is. With this deeper knowledge, the bond between cat and owner can only grow.
If you liked this story, sign up for the weekly bbc. Ask a Stupid Question Animal. Share using Email. By Stephen Dowling 25th July And most surprisingly, purring frequencies have been shown to stimulate bone regeneration—yes, bone regeneration. Cats purr by using their larynx and diaphragm muscles, both as they inhale and as they exhale, although just how the central nervous system generates and controls those contractions isn't yet understood.
Early 19th century taxonomists thought cats could either purr or roar, and split the family Felidae along these lines—"purrers' subfamily Felinae and 'roarers' subfamily Pantherinae. Today, though, taxonomists believe most cats can purr, with a few probable though not certain pantherine exceptions: lion, leopard, jaguar, tiger, snow leopard and clouded leopard. Cheetahs and cougars? Yeah, they purr. So, why do it? If it's a form of communication, it's meant for those near and dear, since cats purr at a frequency and volume too low to travel far.
Purring and many other low-frequency vocalizations in mammals often are associated with positive social situations : nursing, grooming, relaxing, being friendly. More likely, though, purring is simply soothing, or self-soothing, as cats may also purr in stressful situations. Cats can lower our stress and blood pressure , but purring is also about self-healing. A cat may purr to heal herself. Cats purr at frequencies between 25 and Hz and exhibit strong purring between 25 and 50 Hz.
Interestingly enough, these frequencies also correspond with the frequencies used in the treatment of fractures and pain. These frequencies may also assist in muscle growth, flexibility, and wound healing. So your cat may be purring to heal herself. When your cat purrs, the best thing to do is pay attention. Note the context, his body language, the tone of the purr, and what he does in response to your reaction.
When he purrs, try different things. If you pet him, does he settle down and go to sleep? If so, he wanted you to pet him. Does he move away from you? If so, he may need food or want to play. Getting to know your cat by watching and listening to his signals helps you bond with each other and deepens your kitty love. Netherlands - Nederland. New Zealand. Norway - Norge. Philippines English. Poland - Polska. Puerto Rico English.
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