Cat huffing is considered a defensive intimidation. The purpose is to hope that the enemy will not come closer. As long as the opponent is no longer close, the cat will not attack. If a cat purrs, it is an offensive intimidation! This sound can often be heard when male cats are fighting.

A cat’s intimidation methods can be divided into defensive and offensive types. The so-called defensive type means that it just wants to scare the enemy away; and the offensive type means that it really wants to attack! Breathing is considered a defensive intimidation. The purpose is to hope that the enemy will not come closer. As long as the opponent is no longer close, the cat will not attack. If a cat purrs, it is an offensive intimidation! This sound can often be heard when male cats are fighting.

Cat huffing is a sign that they are seriously intimidating and angry. If the owner insists on getting close to the cat at this time, there is a possibility of disaster! In addition, noisy household appliances such as vacuum cleaners and hair dryers often make cats feel scared and breathe on them. At this time, it is best for the owner to quietly remove these household appliances to allow the cats to calm down, so as not to cause them unnecessary stress!