Why Do Cats Purr?
10. Tendon Repair
Tendons are tough, stringy tissues that allow our muscles to act upon our limbs and other parts of the body. They are found in many species of animal, and this includes all types of cats. If a tendon was to be damaged, it could cause a lot of pain and also severely limit the animal’s movement.
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Cats are physically active animals and will often stretch their tendons to the limit. This can lead to injuries, while cats can also cause injuries to themselves in other ways. It is important that tendons are healed as quickly as possible so they remain mobile for as long as possible, and purring is thought to be able to accelerate the process.
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