This is a low-frequency purr that gradually fades, accompanied by slowed breathing rhythm. It's a cat's self-soothing behavior before sleep, showing they're preparing to enter deep sleep. Many owners mistake it for physical discomfort, but it's actually their exclusive signal of relaxed sleep onset.
☁️Contentment
Sleepy Purr: Cat's Goodnight Lullaby
Sleepy Purr
☁️ Sleepy Purr
睡前呼噜,是猫的睡前晚安曲
How to respond
Dim the indoor lights, turn off noisy devices, gently tuck it in (if you have a blanket), and create a stable sleep environment.
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