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Can Your Cat Actually Recognize Your Voice?

Uncover the truth about your feline's ability to recognize and react to your distinct voice.

Analysis by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker

• 5 min read
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STORY AT-A-GLANCE

  • A recent study shows that big cats (e.g., lions, tigers, cheetahs, leopards, cougars) have the remarkable ability to distinguish familiar from unfamiliar human voices
  • When tested, the cats responded more quickly, intensely, and for longer durations to familiar vs. unfamiliar voices
  • According to the researchers, the cats’ ability to tell the difference between familiar and unfamiliar human voices could have significant implications for their welfare and interactions with caregivers
  • A 2022 study demonstrated that pet cats respond most intensely to their humans’ (but not strangers’) “kitty voices” vs. their normal voices
  • A study published in 2013 revealed that your favorite feline shares over 95% of his or her DNA with tigers, despite having split apart on the evolutionary tree almost 11 million years ago

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bark & whiskers disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your own veterinarian or doctor. Dr. Karen Becker cannot answer specific questions about your pet's medical issues or make medical recommendations for your pet without first establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Your pet's medical protocol should be given by your holistic veterinarian.

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