Do you know what your cats are trying to say when they meow? Believe it or not, cats have a language, and each meow has a specific meaning. This blog post will explore the six most common cat meows and what they mean. So next time your kitty starts meowing, you’ll be able to understand her!
1. The ‘I Caught It’ Moan: “Owwww.”
It is the meow your cat makes when they’re super proud of themselves for catching a bug or bird. It sounds like they’re in pain, but don’t worry, they’re not. This is just their way of showing off their hunting skills (or lack thereof).
You might not hear this meow often if you have an indoor cat. But if you have a kitty that likes to spend time outdoors, be prepared to listen to this one a lot. Trust us; they’ll want you to know every time they catch something!
2. The Mama Cat Chortle: “Rrrruh”
It is the sound mama cats make to their kittens. It’s a cross between a purr and a meow and a way of showing love and affection. If you hear your cat making this sound, it means they see you as family. Aww!
You might not hear this one too often, as most adult cats don’t make this sound outside of their mother-kitten relationship. But if you have a kitten, you’ll be familiar with the mama cat chortle!
3. The Growl: “Grrrow.”
It is the sound your cat makes when they’re feeling threatened or angry. If you hear this, it’s best to give them some space. They might not want to be petted or played with at the moment. Most cats won’t growl too often, but it’s still good to know what the sound means. After all, you don’t want to make your kitty angry accidentally!
4. The ‘Feed Me Now, Human’: “Meow! Meowww!”
It is the most common meow, meaning exactly what you think it does. Your cat is hungry and wants to be fed now! If you have a kitten, they might meow like this a lot since they need to eat more often than adult cats.
Cats will also make this sound when they’re thirsty, so if you hear your kitty meowing for food and they don’t seem to be interested in their bowl of kibble, try giving them some fresh water instead.
5. The Kitten Squeak: “Meeew!”
It is the meow of a kitten under six months old. It’s higher-pitched and softer than an adult cat meow and sounds more like a squeak than anything else. If you have a kitten, get used to hearing this sound often!
6. The One-Syllable Chirp: “Meh!” or “Eh!”
It is a very common meow and doesn’t have one specific meaning. It can mean anything from “Hello!” to “I’m bored” to “Can you pet me please?” Basically, if your cat wants your attention, it might give you a little chirp.
And that’s it! Those are the six most common cat meows and what they mean.
