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Meow: Why Do Cats Purr?

Birds may sing sweet songs, but did you know that the cat is the only animal that makes a musical humming sound when it is happy?

If you're a cat owner, remember that they appreciate your affection as much as you appreciate theirs. When you pet your cat, feed it or show it attention, its purring is mutually beneficial.

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