0 0. So it is nothing to worry about. If she wasn’t … There are also different breeds of cats that can sound like that. At times, some cats sound like other animals when they meow, and some even sound almost like people. Cat Meow Sounds Like Baby Crying. I have a Bengal and she talks non-stop. Meow. Cats learn a lot from observation of other cats, so if you have another cat that is fairly vocal, this can encourage a quiet cat to “talk,” or go through the motions! I never knew a cat that responded to my meow until I had my own…..that’s probably because I never talked to anyones cat like that before lol. Someone from Las Vegas, Nevada, US posted a whisper, which reads "My sister sounds like a dying cat when she sings. Don’t you just hate it when your cat wakes you up like this? what could be causing this? You may hear this when it’s … I have a blue point Siamese with a scratchy voice. He doesn't seem to mind, just goes back to sleep. Your cat will make a high-pitched meow sound when they are suddenly startled or hurt. There are many reasons why your cat’s meow might change from a chirpy, high-pitched sound to a hoarser tone. Veteran. The struggling to swallow is a concern. Meow. They do … Sometimes the voice doesn't seem to match the cat, at least in physical size and appearance. Sometimes they seem to chirp. Anonymous. My 1 yr old cats have this meow that sounds like “mayowwwww” what does that mean and just the tips of their tails twitch? He might also be mad at something you did, like forgetting him outside! i adopted a cat from a shelter and she obviously had owners that took care of her because she was fixed, declawed, had a tracking chip, and had her shots. like a little high pitched chirpy sound. The other kitties have gotten used to it but I still find it odd/funny/confusing. A low-pitch meow means your cat is complaining and he’s unhappy about it. “Whenever I hear one of my cats make a cry, I go check out what it is. If your cat is often around other felines, you might also see that they … Feb 2, 2010 #5 kailie TCS Member. Kathryn P. • July 9, 2020 . Low-pitched meow. This is because meows are less threatening, kitten-like, and considered to be cute. Meow. This type of meow can be translated into a complaint or long-term grumble. Meow. your cat is unique- love her for it. Published on 2/12/2021 at 4:48 PM. Category: Cat. The most common reason is that your cat has put a strain on its voice box, which is most likely due to excessive meowing. Whether there's a bird outside the window or a lack of food in the bowl, a cat will probably have something to say about it. They respond to inflection and cadence more than the words themselves. In fact, they have often been described as sounding like … Meow. Dr. Linda S. MVB MRCVS. He is normally a very vocal cat but the last two days it sounds as if he is losing his voice. Why Does My Cat’s Meow Sound Hoarse? I read that’s cuz they are seeking prey. Although when my cats are kitty-cussing me, I don't want to know what they're saying! Nowadays, when the food runs low, the cats let her know — meowing at her … Over time a cat will learn to understand what certain human communication sounds mean. Although when my cats … Here’s an interesting response to a Quora question that asked why cats meow after hearing a human sneeze, “When I sneeze, my cat makes a series of small and unusual little meows that sound like submissive pleading. My cats voice sounds like it’s really raspy at the moment, it happened after he vomited. This one can drive a man mad! It's not that he can't meow properly, he just sounds different than other cats. Joined Jan 20, 2010 Messages 9,025 Reaction score 21 Location New Brunswick, Canada. Share this conversation. On the other hand, cats make certain sounds for self-soothing purposes, or to provide comfort for other cats or humans. Purring, meowing, hissing, fighting, and more. Cat Vet: Terri, … Some cats cry. Meow. It’s a cat’s inoffensive way for asking for something! Meow. Apr 7, 2013 - My cat - Neville Longbottom. I love this kid! Meow. If you put in too many “Meows”, I can’t ensure your friends’ sanity by the end. But when compared to a dog cry, “a cat cry is all over the place in terms of frequency.” Crowell-Davis, who owns 15 cats, tell us crying might mean the cat is in distress. It's higher pitched and almost sounds like he has laryngitis. He is eating and drinking fine at the moment and bowel movements are normal. 1 decade ago . Have you ever heard your cat make a high-pitched purring or chirping sound—kind of like a cross between a purr and a meow—but had no idea what it meant? 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