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What does purring mean?I always thought that purring l..''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' ''''''''554 (Olivia removes kitten from keyboard) was a sign of happiness and contentment. But Lightening and Bright-water have been purring like mad since they arrived. Mainly when they are with/on me. Can they really be happy already? Or can purring be a sign of worry/distress/anxiety. Any light you can shed will be very gratefully received. Olivia
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It can be anxiety; it can be as a sort of foil to pain. Mostly, in the situation you describe, I would say they are just a little apprehensive about their new surroundings but are confident in you. Lovely! |
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Purring can idicate many things. Most often associated with happiness/contentment it can also be an indicator of stress/pain/anxiety. Let them settle in a little and you will find them purring appropriately I am sure  |
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Now i learnt soemthing here too today. I didnt know purring can be a sign of pain etc! I just thought it menat they were happy! Learn something everyday. |
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As said purring is a sign of all sorts of things, I picked a Cat up out of the road once that was hit by a Car and that was purring! Dawn. |
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Probably upset that you're ruining their debute on catpages and limiting their freedom of expression.  I'd say DM was spot on, and if they're cuddling up to you like that, then they have adopted you as their mum, so no need to worry that the purring might be sinister in any way. |
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My vet told me years ago that purring could also be a sign of fear, pain or anxiety in some circumstances, & told me he once had to shake a patient to get her to stop purring so he could use his stethescope! I had never heard that & was astonished. Your kittens cuddling with you & purring is a good sign...they may be a wee tad anxious but you are their mom now!! (((hugs to them)))! |
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