Why Do Cats Purr?

Cats purr when they're happy, but also when they're scared or hurt. It's like a special sound made inside their chest that helps them feel better, kind of like how humans laugh to make themselves feel calm and relaxed.

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  1. When your cat curls up on the sofa and starts purring, it's probably feeling content.
  2. Even if a cat is scared during a thunderstorm, it might start purring to comfort itself.
  3. Sometimes, when you stroke your cat and it starts purring, it’s just saying thank you.

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