{"id":12902,"date":"2025-05-17T06:00:51","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T11:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/?p=12902"},"modified":"2025-05-17T07:10:52","modified_gmt":"2025-05-17T12:10:52","slug":"the-cats-meow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/the-cats-meow\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Did The Phrase &#8220;The Cats Meow&#8221; Originate?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The phrase &#8220;the cat&#8217;s meow&#8221; originated in the 1920s and is attributed to American cartoonist Thomas A. Dorgan, also known as Tad Dorgan. He was known for coining many slang expressions that became popular during the Roaring Twenties, including \u201cthe cat\u2019s pajamas,\u201d \u201cthe bee\u2019s knees,\u201d and \u201cthe cat\u2019s meow.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-7515 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Petworks-Pet-Care-Service-Pro-Tips-e1736622469982.png\" alt=\"The Cats Meow\" width=\"120\" height=\"120\" \/>&#8220;The cat\u2019s meow&#8221; was part of a trend during that era of creating whimsical expressions using animals to describe something as excellent, stylish, or highly admirable. Much like &#8220;the bee&#8217;s knees,&#8221; it was a playful way of saying something was top-notch or trendy.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"38\"><strong>The top three reasons a cat meows are:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"748\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"274\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"274\"><strong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"73\">To Communicate with Humans<\/strong><br data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\" \/>Cats meow primarily to communicate with people, not other cats. They may be asking for food, attention, or to be let in or out. Each meow can vary in tone and urgency depending on what they want.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"542\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"542\"><strong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"322\">To Express Discomfort or Medical Issues<\/strong><br data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"325\" \/>A sudden increase in meowing, especially in older cats, can indicate pain, illness, or cognitive decline. Conditions like hyperthyroidism, kidney disease, or <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/pets\/cats\/cat-urinary-tract-problems\">urinary tract issues<\/a><\/span> often cause increased vocalization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"748\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"748\"><strong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"581\">To Seek Attention or Affection<\/strong><br data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"584\" \/>Many <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/cat-behaviorist\">cats meow<\/a><\/span> simply because they want to interact. They may be lonely, bored, or just craving some petting or playtime, especially if they&#8217;re indoor-only cats.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Here\u2019s a simple daily routine chart to help reduce excessive meowing, by keeping your cat mentally and physically satisfied. You can customize this based on your schedule and your cat\u2019s habits. It&#8217;s the cats meow:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"237\">\ud83d\udc3e <strong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"237\">Daily Cat Routine Chart<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"1473\">\n<thead data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"350\">\n<tr data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"350\">\n<th data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"257\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"249\">Time<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"305\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"271\">Activity<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"350\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"318\">Purpose<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"1473\">\n<tr data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"575\">\n<td data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"482\" data-col-size=\"sm\">7:00 AM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"530\">Morning feeding (wet or dry food)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"575\">Reduces meowing for breakfast<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"688\">\n<td data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"594\" data-col-size=\"sm\">7:30 AM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"643\">10\u201315 min interactive play (feather wand, etc.)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"688\">Burns energy, mentally engages<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"800\">\n<td data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"707\" data-col-size=\"sm\">8:00 AM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"755\">Quiet time \/ window watching<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"800\">Encourages independence<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"912\">\n<td data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"819\" data-col-size=\"sm\">12:00 PM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"867\">Puzzle feeder or snack hunt<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"912\">Keeps mind busy while you&#8217;re busy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1024\">\n<td data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"931\" data-col-size=\"sm\">3:00 PM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"979\">Lap time, brushing, or calm petting session<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1024\">Satisfies social and bonding needs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1137\">\n<td data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1043\" data-col-size=\"sm\">5:00 PM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1092\">Evening play session (chase toy, laser pointer)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1137\">Prevents nighttime zoomies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1249\">\n<td data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1156\" data-col-size=\"sm\">6:00 PM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1204\">Dinner feeding<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1249\">Reduces vocalization around mealtimes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1361\">\n<td data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1268\" data-col-size=\"sm\">8:00 PM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1316\">Cuddle or grooming (optional)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1361\">Reinforces quiet companionship<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1473\">\n<td data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1380\" data-col-size=\"sm\">9:00 PM<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1428\">Settle down with calming music or white noise<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1473\">Creates a peaceful bedtime routine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-6834 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243.png\" alt=\"Cats Meow\" width=\"704\" height=\"131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243.png 704w, https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243-300x56.png 300w, https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243-640x119.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><em><strong>Did you find this article\u00a0useful?<\/strong> <\/em>Would you like 100% free access to more articles like these, and free access to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a 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His guidance helps Petworks enhance our pet nutrition service offerings, helping to ensure that pet parents throughout the world receive trusted, science-backed nutritional support for their dogs, cats, and animals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><a style=\"font-size: 1rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-10642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kevin-Kinyon-2025.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"91\" height=\"108\" \/><\/em><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Petworks<\/span><\/a> Co-Founder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kinyonkevin\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Kevin Kinyon<\/span><\/a> is a life-long animal lover who works tirelessly to improve the lives of pets and their parents. Human and animal qualities he values most are integrity, humor, and empathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The phrase &#8220;the cat&#8217;s meow&#8221; originated in the 1920s and is attributed to American cartoonist Thomas A. Dorgan, also known as Tad Dorgan. 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