What other animals purr?

Besides cats, a few other animals purr, including some species of big cats, such as lions and tigers. Other non-feline species that purr include:

* Fennec foxes: These small foxes, native to North Africa, emit a soft purring sound when they are content or trying to communicate.

* Mongooses: Certain mongoose species, like the banded mongoose and dwarf mongoose, produce purring or chattering sounds during social interactions and foraging.

* Racoons: Raccoons make purring noises as a form of communication, especially when they are looking for food or seeking attention.

* Hyraxes: These small, furry mammals found in Africa and the Middle East produce a low, purring sound when they feel relaxed or content.

* Ocelots: These wild cats, native to Central and South America, emit purring sounds when they are content or seeking attention from humans or other ocelots.

* Servals: Servals are slender, medium-sized wild cats from Africa known for their long legs and large ears. They can purr when relaxed or feeling affectionate.

* Civets: Civets, found in Africa and Asia, produce purring sounds during social interactions and when they feel comfortable.

* Genets: Genets, small carnivores related to civets, emit purring noises as a form of communication.

* Clouded leopards: These beautiful wild cats from Southeast Asia can produce a soft, throaty purr when they feel relaxed or content.