Are cats meant for people to solve their problems? We tell readers about a new study.
Scientists from the University of Sao Paulo discovered that cats use meow not only to express emotions, but also to attract human attention and ask for help.
How did the experiment go?
During the experiment, 38 cats were observed and a box of treats was placed in front of them. The animals could not open it themselves.
When a person was nearby, the cats meowed 86 times, but when they were alone - only 20. At the same time, they looked from the box to the owner, as if asking: "Are you going to do anything at all? ".
What scientists have discovered.
A meow can be a way of communication directed specifically at a person. This is how cats draw attention to a problem they can't solve themselves.
However, the research does not prove that animals consciously manipulate their owners.
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