The following vocalizations are fairly common to most cats:
Short meow: “Hey, how ya doin’?”
Multiple meows: “I’m so happy to see you! Where’ve you been? I missed you!”
Mid-pitch meow: A plea for something, usually dinner, treats, or to be let outside.
Drawn-out mrrraaaaaoooow: “Did you forget to feed me, you idiot? I want dinner NOW!” or similar demand.
Low pitched mraaooww: “You are so lame. The service around here sucks,” or similar complaint.
High-pitch RRRROWW!: “OUCH!!! YOU STEPPED ON MY TAIL YOU IMBECILE!”
Purr: Most often a sign of contentedness, but can also be used when in pain or afraid — an instinctual response to hide weakness from predators.
Hiss: “Steer clear. I’m angry and I’m not afraid to draw blood.”
Clicking sounds: Cats who are tracking prey will make a distinctive clicking sound.
Most Cats Use the Following Gestures to Communicate:
The Tail:
Tail straight up or straight up with a curl at the end: Happy.
Tail twitching: Excited or anxious.
Tail vibrating: Very excited to see you.
Tail fur sticks straight up while the tail curls in the shape of an N: Extreme aggression.
Tail fur sticks straight up but the tail is held low: Aggression or frightened.
Tail held low and tucked under the rear: Frightened.
Eyes:
Dilated pupils: Very playful or excited. It can also indicate aggression.
Slowly blinking eyes: Affection, the equivalent of blowing a kiss.
Head:
Ears pinned back: Fear, anxiety, aggression
Tongue flicking: Worry, apprehension
Rubbing head, flank and tail against a person or animal: Greeting ritual, ownership claim
Head-butting: Friendliness, affection
Face sniffing: Confirming identity
Wet nose kiss: Affection
Licking: The penultimate sign of affection. Or an indication that you need to clean up after a sardine snack
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