Cats have purred beside humans for thousands of years, yet the reasons behind this soothing sound remain mysterious. A new study from Kyoto University may have uncovered part of the answer: a gene ...

Researchers noted that many of the mixed-breed cats in the study were rescued strays. That may explain their increased ...

Researchers found that cats with a shorter repeat in the androgen receptor gene purr more. Males are more vocal, females may ...

"We hope to deepen our understanding of cats and contribute to building happier relationships between cats and humans," said ...

One way in which cats express themselves is through soft purrs, produced by a special mechanism in the vocal folds within the larynx. The purring sounds are made by relaxation of muscles in the ...

Whether you are lucky enough to have a cat companion or must merely live this experience vicariously through cat videos, ...

Research increasingly supports the theory that a cat’s purr has real benefits for both humans' physical and mental health. A ...

Whether you are lucky enough to have a cat companion or must merely live this experience vicariously through cat videos, Felis catus is a familiar and comforting presence in our daily lives. Unlike ...