This low purr with a sense of pride is a boastful vocalization after capturing a toy, similar to wild felines showing prey to companions. Some owners misjudge it as food guarding or anger, but it's actually waiting for your praise and interactive recognition.
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Capture Toy & Vocalize: Show Off for Praise
Prey-Pounce Boast Call
🪶 Prey-Pounce Boast Call
捕到玩具得意叫，邀你夸夸它
How to respond
Give verbal praise or head petting rewards promptly, even play another round with it to satisfy its sense of achievement.
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