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Do cats ever meow at other cats?
Maybe they do like us?
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October 03, 2026 Fact of the Day Mammals Cats basically only meow at humans. By Bennett Kleinman While many humans communicate with one another through chit-chat or emoji-filled texts, cats primarily interact with fellow felines through scent or touch. But when a cat wants to convey a message to its human (e.g., “Where is my dinner?!”), they may meow for attention. However, as common as it is for cats to meow at humans, they rarely meow at other members of their own species. That isn’t to say cats never meow at other cats; newborn kittens may meow at their mothers to express hunger or other discomfort. But as cats get older, they realize physical touch and chemical pheromones are most effective for communicating with other cats. They tend to save all that meowing for us humans, as we’re less adept at picking up their physical and olfactory cues. What does a cat’s purr truly mean? Today's Question Where are 10% of a cat’s bones located? Paws Face Ears Tail Keep Exploring Mammals Why Do Cats Rub Against Your Legs? Mammals Are Dogs Smarter than Cats? Mammals Why Do Cats Hate Water? Was this email forwarded to you? Sign Up Advertise Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Use 325 North LaSalle Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60654 If you'd like to unsubscribe from all Animal Facts emails, click here.