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What does it mean when a cat purrs?

Pet Knowledge
This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Sophia Thompson
There is no theory on what the purring sound of a cat means. It may be caused by venting tension, hunger, gastroenteritis, bronchitis, pneumonia and other reasons. First of all, if it is to vent tension or hunger, then purring is normal, and generally there is no need to worry too much; if it is accompanied by other adverse reactions, such as cough, phlegm, indigestion, etc., it is recommended that the owner take the cat to the hospital for treatment in time. , and then treatment under the guidance of a doctor according to the cause of the disease will help improve the symptoms of physical discomfort and effectively help promote physical development.

1. Vent nervousness

If the surrounding environment is suddenly changed, it will cause the spirit to be too nervous and express one's emotions through purring sounds. It is recommended that the owner take the cat to understand the surrounding environment in time and become familiar with the surrounding environment. The bad sounds will gradually subside after exposure to the environment, which is a normal physiological phenomenon and does not require special treatment.

2. Hungry

If the owner does not feed the cat for a long time, the cat will feel hungry, and the cat will express it by screaming or purring. It is recommended that the owner feed the cat in time. Feeding can relieve hunger. When the hunger is relieved, the sound will gradually subside.

3. Gastroenteritis

It is inflammation that occurs in the gastrointestinal mucosa. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and other symptoms. If the abdominal pain continues to worsen, the cat will pass Growling, or expressing it in other sounds, you can follow the doctor's advice and take medication to promote digestion and protect the gastrointestinal mucosa, which will help control the condition.

4. Bronchitis

If you suffer from bronchitis, there will be an increase in sputum. If the sputum is not cleaned up in time, it will accumulate in the throat, causing phlegm to appear during breathing. Gurgling sounds need to be treated with nebulized corticosteroids according to the doctor's advice.

5. Pneumonia

It is caused by bacterial and viral infections, which can cause damage to the lungs and cause symptoms such as difficulty breathing, coughing, and sore throat. When the sore throat is severe, It will block the respiratory tract, causing gurgling sounds, and you need to take antiviral and antibiotic medications as directed by your doctor.

During the treatment period, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for regular check-ups to understand whether the body is suffering from diseases and the specific conditions of disease recovery, and then adjust the treatment method according to the examination results.