Understanding Cat Behavior

Doug discusses why cats purr, sharing personal anecdotes and observations. He explains that while purring is often associated with happiness, it can also occur when cats are sick or nervous. The video explores the idea that purring might be a soothing behavior, similar to kneading, which cats do from a young age. Doug concludes by inviting viewers to vote on the next episode's topic.

What is the name of Doug's niece's cat?

• Harry Winston

• Tommy

• Garfield

• Whiskers

What was Doug's initial reaction to hearing a cat purr for the first time?

• He thought the cat was barking.

• He thought the cat was meowing.

• He thought the cat was singing.

• He thought the cat was vibrating.

What is a common reason cats purr according to cat owners?

• When they are sleepy.

• When they are hungry.

• When they are angry.

• When they are happy.

In what situations might a cat purr besides being happy?

• When they are sleeping.

• When they are eating.

• When they are hurt or sick.

• When they are playing.

What is the term used to describe the motion cats make that resembles kneading dough?

• Baking

• Kneading

• Rolling

• Stretching

Why do kittens knead their mothers?

• To get more milk.

• To play with them.

• To wake them up.

• To make them purr.

What is one theory about why adult cats continue to knead?

• To mark their territory.

• To sharpen their claws.

• As a soothing behavior.

• To attract other cats.

What might purring help a cat achieve when it is not feeling well?

• Feel sleepy.

• Feel more hungry.

• Feel happy again.

• Feel more energetic.

What are the three topics viewers can vote on for the next episode?

• How are potato chips made?

• Where does water from the faucet come from?

• Why are people saying Pluto isn't a planet?

• All of the above

What does Doug encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

• Make biscuits.

• Learn to play piano.

• Adopt a cat.

• Stay curious.