Is Purring Involuntary  - All You Need To Know

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Is Purring Involuntary?

Purring is mostly an automatic reaction, and cats do it when they’re content or need to calm themselves, but cats can also choose to purr when they need something from us.

How Do Cats Purr?

When our cats breathe in and out, and the air hits the larynx muscles in the throat, it vibrates, making the hyoid bone resonate, thus producing this low rumble we call purring.

When Is Purring Voluntary?

When purring happens, the setting is usually idyllic since whenever they make this sound, they’re most likely relaxed and enjoying your company and some thorough petting.

Can Purring Be Involuntary?

Cats purr involuntary when they want to soothe the pain and use it as a calming mechanism.

Is Purring Different For Kittens?

This sound helps strengthen the bond between kittens and their mother, as they all purr together, and it lets the mother know that her babies are close by and content.