Cat Headbutting and Purring

When a cat uses its head to rub against people and makes purring sounds, it could be due to reasons such as excessive hunger, playfulness, heat, or gastrointestinal diseases.

Firstly, if the cat is overly hungry, playing, or in heat, headbutting people is a normal phenomenon, and owners generally don't need to be too worried. If the cat is unusually headbutting people, it indicates that there might be other diseases in the body. It is recommended for owners to take their cats to a regular hospital for a full physical examination and then treat the condition accordingly based on the examination results.

Excessive Hunger

If a cat is hungry, it will be more attached to the owner and use its head to rub against any part of the owner's body, accompanied by purring from its abdomen. Owners should feed their cats promptly or give them water. Once the cat's hunger is relieved, the adverse reactions will gradually disappear, and no medication is usually needed.

Playfulness

If a cat is bored or has not seen the owner for a long time, it will stay by the owner's side when the owner returns home. The cat will use its head to rub against the owner's hands or legs, indicating that it misses the owner and wants to play. Once the cat gets tired of playing, it will fall asleep, and the adverse reactions will disappear naturally.

In Heat

If a cat is in heat, it will present itself with a raised tail when stroked, accompanied by purring and a preference for rubbing its head against people. Owners should provide the cat with a mate to alleviate physical discomfort.

Gastrointestinal Diseases

When a cat exhibits the above uncomfortable reactions, it indicates that the cat has a gastrointestinal disease, such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, regurgitation, and headbutting. These symptoms serve as a reminder for owners to pay attention to their cat's physical discomfort and follow the doctor's advice to take digestive enzymes to improve the condition. If the condition worsens, timely medical treatment is necessary, otherwise, it will affect the cat's recovery.

Note:

This article is for reference only and does not constitute professional medical advice. Please consult a veterinarian for specific guidance on your cat's health.