One of the most important ways of communicating in cats is by making meowing sounds. In fact, there are about 19 variations of meowing sounds which have been identified. These sounds vary in pitch, tone, length, volume, etc.

• Some cats engage in bouts of persistent meowing when they are in pain.  Specific health problems can make a cat feel extreme pain, thirst, or hunger. Vocalizing is a way of getting their owner’s attention, as they seek relief from the discomfort and pain.
• Cats meow to greet their humans whenever they meet each other in the house or as soon as their favorite humans come home.
• Hungry cats may meow relentlessly when hungry, especially when it’s nearing dinner time. This is one type of meow that many kitty owners can easily understand.

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