Miaw or not miaw

[cassiesmom]

Cassie is usually most vocal when I come home. The longer I have been away, the more she meows. She also gives me a meow before I set her food in its place for her. If I hug and squeeze her tight, she will let me know she doesn't like that. She also has a sweet little "murrrp" sound. My sister had a cat that was part Siamese, and he was very talkative.

[mruffruff]

BC has been with me for 6 years and I rarely hear a sound from her. She is still feral, not wanting to be touched by me or another cat. She seems perfectly happy to remain silent.

Shai has started talking to me more in the last year. At first it was a questioning meow occasionally. Now it's a demanding MEOW, PRRRT, and Chrrr, especially when she wants a treat. She talks to me in bed and anytime she wants something. We often have long conversations.

Mooch has finally found his voice, too. He walks around the house at night making various sounds, including chirps and chatters. Five years ago he was absolutely silent.

Joey on the other hand, came to me last October talking up a storm. He was loud and had a variety of yowls and moans that would get your attention every time. Now that he has settled in, he has a very tiny, baby meow.

Tux wanders the house crying like he's looking for his lost best friend. He's done this for 3 years. It's the only time I hear anything from him. He sounds so sad.

The rest of the cats don't seem to be talkers. I only hear an occasional questioning meow.

I love to hear all of the different sounds they make. I just wish I could figure out what they're saying!