Why do cats purr?
The first theory states that, although the cat has a vocal cord that allow you to make sounds, also has vestibular folds, popularly known as false vocal cords. This hypothesis makes the air, when inspired and then exhaled, a vibration identified as the purr. The second theory focuses on the contraction of various muscles of the larynx. This reduction produces the vibration.
Different purrs
When classifying the sounds made by cats are taken into account three variables: duration, pitch and intensity. There are particular circumstances that will make the sound from your pussycat purr is different: this is called meow. Normally the purring will identify with a pleasant feeling, although research has shown that during a period of illness also issued to communicate their pain and nervous state.
Each cat has a different way to deliver this sound. The feline vocalization is individual and unique for each. It is possible that your pet is a 'purring' compulsive performing this act with passion and enthusiasm. However, there are other cats that show as a whisper sound. Tambiénestán the extremely discreet, which practically purr when they are not listening. You have to put your hand on your throat to feel the vibrations.
When do cats purr?
Cats purr start soon: from the second day of life are able to manifest this characteristic noise. Newborn kittens, despite being deaf and blind, are able to know where his mother through the vibrations generated by its purr. In most situations the Pussycats emit this sound. Females use it during courtship, mating and birth.
Adult cats use it to avoid clashes between them. Experts say that when we produce lessens the possibility of fighting, pacifying the situation by reminding them of their childhood. This unique sound accompanies the cat throughout its life by being present even in the moments before death.
