How Cats Purr: Understanding Those Adorable, Vibrating Noises

Have you ever wondered how cats purr? Scientists may have solved this ongoing mystery. Learn about the fascinating mechanisms behind cat purring. 

By Avery Hurt
Nov 14, 2023 4:00 PM
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Cats are mysterious creatures. There’s a lot we don’t understand about them. Why do they sleep on our heads? Why do they almost always land on their feet? Why do they love boxes so much?

One cat mystery, however, may have been solved. A team of European researchers say they’ve found an answer to the question — how do cats purr — that has vexed science, and owners, for decades.

How Do Cats Purr?

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