A page dedicated to communicating with funky felines! Does the MEOW have meaning? Having shared life with cats of all colors and breeds, I have a strong opinion.
But read on, and then decide for yourself!
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This lens is also in fond memory of Rocky, my first talking cat, and Ginger~bean (photo at left), the most loving cat I ever met despite having lived a long time outdoors before I adopted him.
So... Can Cats "Talk"?
Cats are masters of the meow, of course. But do all their little noises mean anything more than, well, "meow"?I am not a professional, but I can definitely speak from years of experience with numerous cats. The "meow" means something... and different types of meows have different meanings.
A cat may make one sound when he wants attention, one for each specific demand (food, clean litter, going outside), and yet another one to tell you he loves you and is glad you are his parent. He may use still different meows to chat with his cat pals.
I had one cat who I firmly believe was trying to speak people language! It's true! He could say "'mrout", his version of "out" when he wanted to go outside. And he called my mother "ram-ma", his version of grandma!
Some cats meow more than others, just like some children are more talkative than others. You should definitely spend time learning your cats' particular mode of communication.
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In different areas of the world, the "manner" of keeping cats varies. In my experience, U.S. and Canadian citizens are more likely to have cats as indoor pets. My personal view of cats is that they are children, friends, playmates, and a source of unconditional love.When I lived in the U.K., I noticed the general view towards cats as pets seemed less familiar. Cats were more likely to be either completely outdoor animals who owners put food out for, or indoor-outdoor animals they would occasionally pet.
Some cat owners have them solely for the purpose of cleaning up a rodent population on property such as a farm.
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Tidbits about Cats I Have Known
I barely remember my first cats. There were 3, I think kittens. Holly, Cocoa and one whose name I don't recall. My main memory is that one of them scratched my face and my dad made us get rid of them!In 1989, living in my first apartment, I found the world's whackiest cat... Rocky. He was the runt of the litter and had some Manx blood, so he was tail-less.
Rocky loved food and quickly out-grew his runt status. At his peak he weighed 32 lbs! He was also very intelligent. Some of his meows were very clearly attempts at talking!
Rocky passed away several years ago from liver failure.
My next cats were Alistair and Mimi, who helped me survive a difficult period of my life when I was living with my abuser.
Mim, who I found abandonned at age 4 weeks, was a super snuggler who always wanted to be either on or against me. Sometimes she'd crawl under a blanket to make herself secure. She purred almost constantly.
They went into foster care when I finally went to a dv shelter.
Since then there have been others... at the top of the list is Ginger-bean, a giant creamy red tabby I rescued from life in a parking lot, who loved being held and clearly communicated his appreciation for my care.
And the seven cat family I live part of each year with in Florida, whose "brood" now ranges in age from 2.5 to 10 years. All were rescued from abuse or abandonment (I am working on a lens featuring their stories!)
Each cat has a unique personality and together they make quite a crew!!!
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Imogen_Crest
Great info, there is so much more to learn about cats and other animals! Stars and faved. Posted May 09, 2008 |
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spirituality
I love cats, but I don't have any... Great lens. Posted May 06, 2008 |
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SilvaraWilde
My Kaylynn deffinately talks. She says one word very clearly and well. It's her favorite I think. She loves to say "NO!!!" I can ask her a question, lift her up and hold her out towards another person, and she will yell "NO!" at the top of her lungs. Posted May 01, 2008 |
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beeobrien
What a nice lens. Thanks. Posted April 17, 2008 |
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Greekgeek
Of course cats can talk! Samhain has plenty to say on this subject, but I'm not sure if you're taking links, so just rest assured -- if you ever want a cat soliloquy on the subject, email me, and I'll ask her the question with the mike on and see if I can catch her reply. :) (I'll add this to her lens, shall I? Sorry I missed your reply before!) Posted April 16, 2008 |
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Susan52
I love my cats, even if we do occasionally have a communication problem. Dandy speaks in syllables, sometimes several in a row, and he calls his sister by saying "oh-yo-wah-yoo" when he can't find her (Oreo, where are you?). It's true! (Nice lens!) Posted March 30, 2008 |
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butcat
All true, cats can communicate quite well! Posted November 15, 2007 |
