From purrs to yowls, your cat has a complex vocabulary. A new study helps decode these feline vocalizations so you can better understand your pet's needs and moods.

Laura Moss is a journalist with more than 15 years of experience writing about science, nature, culture, and the environment. Some breeds are more likely to "talk" than others, including Siamese and ...

If you have ever held a tiny kitten, it is hard to believe that the soft rumble you feel starts just days after birth. Kittens are born blind and deaf, yet they begin purring almost immediately.

From chirps to meows to purrs, cats make an amazing range of noises. For the most part, cats meow or growl as a way to communicate with other animals or humans. Whether there's a bird outside the ...

“A short, high-pitched meow is your cat’s way of saying hello to you,” says Rubin. She adds that several of these meows strung together could mean “I’m so happy to see you!” or even “Hey, let’s play!” ...

Most cats purr in the same low range, but the reason yours sounds higher isn't what you think. Here's what actually sets a calico's purr apart from a tabby's.

Some cats meow for food, some meow for attention, and then there’s this little orange guy who meows like he has a full agenda and needs answers immediately. In the cute video, this adorable Orange ...

Sound baths use resonant instruments to calm and energize human listeners. Cats unexpectedly responded to sound baths, showing calm and attentiveness. Heidi Gardner shared the feline reaction online, ...