happy cats

[dustypuss]

so what,s your theory on , why do cats purr when their happy

[wolf63]

My old cat George used to alternate between snoring (like a cement mixer) and purring (like a revving Juggernaut) all night. I didn't sleep well for years.

[Jugglering]

I thought they purred because they were feeling safe and confident and ready to be stroked. I've had a cat who purred even when she in pain (they go awfully quiet though), so I guess it was because she was willing to be helped out (she had a nasty abscess and we were waiting to see the vet).

I know what you mean wolf - BigThug sounds like a woodpecker with a cold when she starts !

[Jenga]

Well why didn't you make him sleep in his own bed Wolf?

[~max~]

I think they purr when they feel safe and are having a lot of pleasure from stroking, combing....I have also heard, however, that cats sometimes purr when under great stress.

I doubt Jessie is under great stress when buried under my duvet, pawing my face and licking my eyes though! lol

[~max~]

Jenga, you can't really "make" a cat do anything....Of course, you can close the door, but then they'll start crying all night wanting to get in.

Ever tried to push an annoyingly affectionate cat away? lol

[goosing]

If a cat wants to sleep in your bed it WILL!!!!
My Whirly is a Bengal so as well as an enormous purr she she's got a huge range of loud noises (and no volume control or mute button). She can purr and eat at the same time too.
Boots is a felix lookalike and regularly purrs himself to sleep.

[JonnyBoy12]

My sister always use to say about our cat who was purring "She has left her motor running"! Sounds silly, but I know what she meant.