In contrast to the friendly meow, a hiss or a growl is never a friendly gesture from a cat. Instead, it is often a warning. While feeding, a growl might indicate anxiety and the fear of competition. So, if your cat is growling while you feed her, it might be a good idea to give it some space while it eats. Once it is done eating to its heart’s content, your feline friend is most likely to return to its favourite human - you!