CAT BEHAVIOUR • SCIENCE • KITTEN CARE | 29 OCTOBER 2026

Why do cats purr, and why does every cat seem to have a voice of its own? Cat communication continues to attract attention in science and pet news. Research discussed widely in 2026 offers a fascinating clue: a purr can carry a stronger individual signature than a meow. For anyone sharing a home with a cat, that is a reason to listen more closely—and to look beyond the sound.