9. A cat’s purring could mean something is wrong.
People believe that adorable rumbling noise that cats emit from time to time is the ultimate indicator of a happy feline. Sure, that is not exactly untrue of purring, but it is still missing the mark. Yes, cats purr when they are glad, but they also purr when injured, sick, stressed, or upset (via Ranker). Rather than indicating a particular state your cat is in, purring means don’t leave. This could be because they want you to keep petting them, giving them comfort. It could also mean that they need your help.
Some studies have indicated that purring can promote healing and increase bone density in humans and alleviate the stress we may be feeling. So, while purring can point to a problem, it can also be a mechanism for solving it. With that being said, if your kitty is sick or hurt, please get appropriate veterinary care quickly. Purring is not a replacement for treatment (via Benton). You don’t have to do a medical exam every time your furry friends give you a little hug followed by a purr. However, please pay attention to the different types of purrs you can learn as you love your cat throughout the years. Hopefully, you can start to tell the difference between a playful purr and a painful one.