Here's What a Hissing Cat Is Trying to Tell You
If you’ve ever been hissed at by a cat, you’ll remember: It's a scary sound. A hiss coming from a cat is similar to the warning sound a snake makes (also memorable!). In fact, some cat behaviorists suggest cat hissing may imitate the sound of a snake when they hiss. Whether coming from a cat or a snake, the sound of a hiss delivers an universal message: “back off.”
