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What type of noises do cats create and what do they imply?

Contrary to what we usually read on children's novels, cats make more than just the meow sound.  As a matter of factthey make a whole lot of different sounds which people knew nothing about. Just like in every human relationship, communication is key.   And believe it or not, this basic life principle also applies to our beloved cats (or any pets for that matter).   So if you'd like to discover the significance of the meows and purrs, here's what you need to understand: MEOW This is most likely the most frequently heard cat noise. Generally speaking, kittens make this sound to let their mother know that they need something or need care.   They may be feeling hungry, scared or lonely.   But when the cats get older, they use other vocalizations to communicate with each other such as yowling, hissing and trilling. YOWL Most commonly known as the"I wish to mate with you" sound.   It's a longer, drawn-out moan that can also signify illness, worry, dis
Water is essential for the correct operation of the human body, but most cats are poor'drinkers'.  We show you ways to improve your cat's connection with the liquid component. A LITTLE OF HISTORY The entire body of the cats, originating in the desert, was made to conserve water and the thirst mechanism is not quite developed.  They're slower and not as effective in repairing water intake to prevent dehydration from environmental variables or disease... In the wild they drink small and cover their requirement for liquid particularly with their prey, using a percentage of water of 75 percent (commercial wet food approx. 75%, dry meals approx. 10%). They're also able to re-concentrate the pee to conserve water.  However, what helped them live in their natural habitat can result in serious problems in modern cats.   And, in the case of men, obstructions with deadly outcome. For guidance, the amount of daily water intake required is 50ml / kg of weight, but varies

Do You Play with Your Cat?

You might be thinking"What's this about cats?  This can be DOG Spies.  A blog on the science supporting the dog-human relationship." Yes, however... My background is in applied animal behaviour and welfare -- the analysis of creatures who find themselves under our care or management.  Dogs are just one such species.  Cats are another.  In the last few years, I have learned more about cat behaviour, cognition, welfare, and relationships with individuals.  And although more research workers are taking on cat questions -- such as, is meowing a reliable way to measure personality in cats?  Or what kinds of scratching posts do cats prefer?  -- numerous questions remain, especially when it comes to cats' interactions with individuals. A while back, I made a totally made-up graph comparing the quantity of attention given to"Dog,""Cat," and"Cat and Dog" behavior and cognition research.  While studies of companion cats are increasing, this gra