What to do if your cat meows too much
There are plenty of reasons for cats to meow.
Let's consider what to do for an owner whose cat vocalizes too often: First, you need to identify the reason why the cat constantly meows. The most important thing is to recognize in time if the animal is sick with something. Any alarming symptoms are a reason to consult a doctor; If a cat begins to meow demandingly after eating, then you should consider increasing the usual volume of portions; You can almost always calm a cat down with gentle stroking and quiet conversation.
The owner should pay attention to his pet daily; Not only games with the owner can save a cat from boredom. An animal may well play independently if it has interesting toys that can be purchased at any pet store or made independently; If meowing is caused by stress, you may need to take sedatives (Cat Bayun, Stop-stress, Feliway, etc.)
But it is advisable to carry out treatment after a conversation with a doctor; But you shouldn’t give in to a manipulative cat. The animal must know that the leader in the house is a person, so the last word should always be his. Does your pet meow loudly, demanding a tasty morsel from the table (for example, a piece of smoked sausage, which is harmful to the cat’s body)? It's OK! The owner has the right to ignore the loud beggar; If the animal is active at night (meows, runs around the apartment, plays and makes noise), the owner should reconsider the daily routine of his naughty dog. The cat simply should not be allowed to get plenty of sleep during the day and evening, so that by night he has only one desire - to sleep sweetly; Many cats scream because of the call of the flesh. If an animal is not of breeding value, it is advisable to castrate or sterilize it. Another way is to find a sexual partner for a cat. It is almost impossible to calm a cat during heat or to revive a cat who senses that there is a cat nearby that is capable of mating; An overly talkative purr can and should be besieged with stern and loud remarks. Animals always understand by their voice that their owner is angry. But under no circumstances should you hit your pets for “meowing”. Using physical force will simply humiliate and offend the cat.
>What to do if the kitten meows constantly? A few reasons
Desire to take a walk
The cat, accustomed to street walks, communicates its desire by means of a prolonged meow at the door of the apartment. “Meow” will sound louder, in lower tones, if the owner does not hear and does not react in any way. Dissatisfaction is expressed in a loud voice.
Equip a door for your pet, then he can independently leave his home and return from a walk. If the owner does not want to let the cat out because of bad weather, you need to try to distract him with play, conversation, and affection. A sedative will help you survive the stress of being weaned from a longed-for walk; a veterinarian will help you choose one.
Why does a neutered cat meow all the time?
This veterinary operation will not be a panacea for preventing further cat “concerts”. They will no longer be caused by a craving for the opposite sex, but by other reasons. The explanation for why a neutered cat meows constantly often lies in the boredom he experiences. If a pet feels a lack of attention, a lack of activity, it makes sense to let him out for a walk or give him company in the person of another animal: a cat, a dog. It is undesirable to deprive your pet of your company, do not forget to caress him, and involve him in games.
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Expression of love
Why does the kitten meow constantly? Another reason could be. Love. In this way, kittens and adult cats show their loyalty to their owner.
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Some people are surprised: they say that when a cat feels good, he doesn’t meow, but purrs! Yes this is true. But there are exceptions. Adult animals usually meow less often, expressing their feelings for the owner. But kids - all the time. They simply don’t know how to purr quietly yet. There is only one thing left to do - meow.
Causes of continuous meowing in adult animals
Adult cats also often begin to behave unbearably, mewing heart-rendingly all day long. There are several reasons for this behavior.
- The most common reason for a continuous “concert” is the onset of the cat’s estrus period
. Cats who crave “love” behave in exactly the same way. The unsatisfied desire to continue their kind causes animals both psychological and physical discomfort. In addition, loud screams are necessary to notify the entire district of your desire and attract partners. If you are not ready to spay or neuter your pet, hormone therapy may provide relief. However, this method should be used only after consultation with a veterinarian. - Some owners spoil their pets too much, indulging in all their whims. If you are the owner of a spoiled cat
, then do not be surprised that she can meow continuously for hours while sitting next to the bowl. In this way, your pet is trying to convey to you the idea that he categorically does not like the food offered. There are animals so stubborn that they would rather die of hunger than agree to eat another type of meat or fish. The decision in this case is up to you. You can show strength of character and insist on your own, but if you have always indulged the animal’s whims before, then you should not disappoint him. Whatever you choose, be consistent in your parenting methods. - In the wild, all cats are most active at night, so you shouldn’t be surprised when desire to play or socialize
appears after sunset. After all, this is quite natural for him, but your behavior causes bewilderment and indignation of the animal. “How can you sleep when it’s the right time to communicate!” – the pet probably thinks and loudly expresses his indignation at your strange behavior. Be patient and do not react to his calling cries. Then, over time, the purr will understand everything and come to terms with such an incomprehensible, from his point of view, habit of sleeping at night. - Always be attentive to your pet, because he cannot explain to you what health problems
are tormenting him. If a cat meows for a long time and at the same time makes sounds that are atypical for itself, you should carefully examine the pet and make sure that touching different parts of the body does not cause painful sensations in it. If you notice any additional warning signs, take your pet to a veterinarian immediately.
Why do cats sometimes start rushing around the apartment in the evenings and screaming for no apparent reason?
Natalia Krivolapchuk 633 5 years ago Animal psychologist, specialist in interspecies relations
This behavior indicates the accumulation of nervous overload during the day, and possibly during the evening, when loving owners come home from work and begin to actively communicate with their pets. Active games and affection overstrain the nervous system, then the cat needs to discharge this stressful tension. In nature, animals have three main methods of discharge: movement, even meaningless running in a circle; screams and screams; enabling information analysis (listen, peer, actively smell).
The consequences of such overloads are the same as in humans with desynchronosis and chronic insomnia, including serious nervous disorders and psychosomatic diseases. Usually, when examined, a whole set of neuroses is revealed in such cats.
Cats have very specific biological needs that are violated by the generally accepted way of life. This concerns nutrition, the presence of a “den” in the house and the distribution of mental and physical stress. Violations of genetically inherent needs (species-preserving functions, in the terminology of ethologists) leads to what Pavlov called a “conflict of reflexes.” This is a deep internal conflict between different nervous processes, which quickly depletes the resources of the nervous system and leads to neurasthenia.
The cat is 15 years old, neutered at 3 years old, but he did not have a cat. He eats and after 5-7 minutes, sometimes later he screams in a guttural voice, sometimes he screams in the morning. The stool is normal. He began to eat poorly and was taken to a veterinary hospital. We took biochemistry tests, but I can only say from the doctor’s words that my liver parameters are bad. Completed a course of treatment, incl. heparin, but did not see any significant results. They did an ultrasound and received the conclusion: urolithiasis, single sand, (goes to the toilet calmly, without screaming), the beginning of degenerative changes in the kidneys, chronic nephritis, cholecystitis, toxic hepatitis (beyond the acute stage), atonic small intestine. Regarding toxic hepatitis, I believe that the cause was Whiskas canned food, since the cat got sick after the New Year, and at the end of last year we started giving it to him; before that he ate a mixed diet: natural food + professional dry food rarely). Now I completely feed only natural products: beef heart, minced chicken, liver, heart. I noticed that he doesn’t spit up his fur, he is long-haired, I bought special tablets, but nothing has changed. On the doctor’s recommendation, they injected me twice with dexamethosone according to the scheme (I didn’t eat anything at all), while I was injecting I ate for two, but I didn’t stop screaming. Now he eats more often once a day and then only a little. She herself felt his stomach, purrs, but lies mostly on his side or generally with his paws up; when he lies on his side, he does not smoothly, but somehow falls sharply. What exactly can hurt so much? And how can I help?
How to solve a problem
If the reason that the cat yells at night is not a hormonal imbalance or disease, the problem must be eliminated using “improvised” methods:
Try to provide the animal with quality leisure time. If a cat gets tired of chasing a new toy during the day, it will most likely sleep all night; After the cat has run after the “prey”, it is necessary to provide it with the most natural event possible: after a long hunt, you need to eat a hearty meal - this is how wildlife intended. It is advisable if lunch consists of meat
After a delicious meal, the following reflex should be triggered - the desire to sleep; In the evening, it is important to prevent your cat from falling asleep. It is best if Murka actively plays until the owners go to bed.
An exhausted cat will keep the sleeping household company company; From a very early age, it is necessary to determine the place where the kitten will sleep. If the baby interferes with his games, you need to teach him to sleep in other rooms. This will make it easier to endure age-related songs when he grows up.
If your cat screams at night and you can’t calm it down, you can resort to more radical measures. You can lock the animal in a room farthest from sleeping people, after providing it with food and water. It is also advisable to place a clean tray and several toys in the “chamber”.
This method will help the owners take a break from the “songs,” but it is not recommended to resort to it constantly. A cat from such isolation can become nervous and even more annoying with its screams at any time of the day. Then cohabitation with Murka will turn from peaceful coexistence into constant struggle.
In any case, the reason that the cat is yelling must be sought. Be responsible for your four-legged friends, even if they don't let you sleep.
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The cat "screams" after eating
Feed prepared food or cook it yourself - your choice. But you should absolutely not interfere with one another - you immediately upset the balance! If you feed ready-made commercial diets: 1. You can only give food and water, in dosage by weight. 2. You need to feed only food from one brand - mixing them with each other is fundamentally wrong - that’s where an imbalance arises! 3. Feed should still be of good quality. Whiskas-Friskas is made here in Stupino with all the consequences... The best foods on the market now are Hill's, Yams, Nutro, Diamond. Stop at one company and vary your diet there - today chicken, tomorrow beef - as much as you want 4. All food “for the prevention of something” is a MEDICINE. And it must be given according to indications! For example, food for the prevention of urolithiasis changes the pH of urine in the direction desired by the doctor and the animal (depending on the line of food). And they need to be prescribed based on the results of a urine test. As for natural food, you need to consider what she needs: 1. meat (chicken, preferably white meat and beef) raw or boiled in water without salt, only meat, without broth 2. cereals (rice, buckwheat) in water without salt, do not cook meat and cereal together 1 and 2 in a ratio of 2:1 3. fermented milk products (no more than 1.5% fat) 4. vitamin and mineral supplements Based on the fact that cats are carnivores by nature, they often forget that they nature does not separate meat from everything else, and they eat mice, birds and others WHOLE, with skin, hair, fat, intestinal contents... So, in addition to meat, the cat also needs cereals, fermented milk products... And it is very difficult to balance them gramonto at home. Try to buy a book on clinical nutrition for dogs and cats (there is one in the Aquarium publishing house), there are a huge number of tables with parameters by which the diet should be balanced. If you like weighing meat, cereals, cottage cheese and everything else on the scale every day - success! But it will be more convenient for you and better for your pussy to switch to ready-made food. And about the cost... you don’t have an elephant. You’ll spend more on meat, believe me. If your cat weighs about 3-4 kg, she needs a maximum of 4 tablespoons of food per day. A kilogram of Hill's costs 250-300 rubles (depending on where you buy it). So consider it! More about care: 1. vaccination once a year 2. deworming (for worms) once every 4 months 3. flea and tick treatment - spring-summer-autumn season
How to calm a cat if he is yelling
If a previously calm cat suddenly begins to scream heart-rendingly, then there is only one way out - consulting a veterinarian. Proper treatment will not only save you from cat yelling, but will also make your pet’s life much easier.
The urge to reproduce is more difficult to overcome. There are many hormonal drugs that reduce the sexual activity of animals, but such drugs are very harmful to health. Their use is justified only in the most extreme cases. It is better to give your pet free rein and let him go for a walk. He will calm down on his own when he completes all the important things. Well, after this it is better to castrate the animal.
If your cat walks, screams and doesn’t let you sleep at night, you can try this strategy:
- During the day, play with the animal as much as possible, making it actively move and jump. This is an imitation of hunting, which all wild cats are constantly engaged in. Having satisfied its instincts, the domestic predator will calm down.
- After the game, you need to feed the cat something more satisfying, preferably meat. This is also an imitation of a natural process: hunting - eating prey. After such a ritual, the next instinct should also work - a well-fed sleep.
- Don't let your kitty doze off, especially in the evening.
- From the first day a kitten is born, teach it to sleep in its own place, preferably not in the room where the owners sleep. Then, during difficult periods, he can be kicked out of the bedroom and rest peacefully. In especially severe cases, you can even lock the vocal purr in the back room, not forgetting to leave him water and a tray.
If you suspect that the cat’s screams are not caused by illness, but by a bad mood or a desire to annoy, you can give him herbal preparations: Kot Bayun, Feliway and others. They are safe for pussy health and have a mild soothing effect.
The only thing you should not do is scream and offend your pet. Physical violence will not produce results: the pet simply will not understand what he did to deserve such treatment. We must try to find out the cause of the screaming and eliminate it. Then the cat will be calm, and the owners will be able to sleep normally.
Cat owners are often faced with a situation where their pet walks around the house and meows for no apparent reason. Indeed, a person cannot always understand the reason for such behavior, especially when the cat is healthy.
How to deal with a cat screaming at night - instructions
When a cat, who until recently behaved completely calmly, begins to scream at night, the first thing to do is show him to an experienced veterinarian. Only a specialist can help you understand the reasons for your pet’s restless behavior.
If your unneutered cat screams at night, what to do in this case is dictated by simple logic: let the poor guy go free. True, there are products on sale that help cope with sexual desire. However, they can only be used as an exception, since they can cause serious damage to your pet’s health. In the future, it is advisable to neuter the cat in order to once and for all protect yourself from sleepless nights, and protect your pet from injury and even death.
And if a castrated cat screams at night, what should you do then? Perhaps not much time has passed since the operation and the hormonal changes in the body have not yet completed. Only patience can help here. Soon the nightly shouting should stop.
But it also happens that in the middle of the night a sterilized cat, who has forgotten even to think about breeding, suddenly starts screaming. Most likely, she just got bored. If you have other pets, they will quickly call the night owl to order. All you have to do is arm yourself with a ball or string and play a little with your pet. Of course, you won’t do this every night; you also need to rest. The best way out is to play properly before bed, then your furry fidget will sleep very soundly.
Main reasons
To attract attention
If a well-fed, healthy cat constantly meows, it probably wants to draw the owner’s attention to itself. This is often done by animals that spend long periods of time completely alone.
It is important for a person to pay attention to this situation, and if the pet is caressed, asks to pet it and play, it is necessary to pay attention to spending time together. Some cat breeds, after a long, everyday day, happily talk with their owner, talking about problems and concerns.
Diseases
This behavior is often found in animals diagnosed with ICD.
Sometimes a cat's meowing in the morning, during the day, in the evening and at night can indicate health problems. If the pet is sick, the owner notices that the cat behaves strangely, sleeps poorly, does not find a place for itself, looks pitifully, and makes a guttural voice when petting or touching in a certain place. Almost any breed of cat is prone to various hereditary and acquired diseases, among which the following are considered common:
- urolithiasis disease;
- pathologies of the cardiovascular system;
- renal failure;
- diseases of the digestive system;
- helminthiasis;
- viral and bacterial infections;
- injuries;
- poisoning, etc.
Hormonal surges
Usually, a pet’s estrus period proceeds along with vocal accompaniment on her part.
At one year old, cats already show signs of sexual activity. In the spring, the male begins to behave unusually, worry, yell loudly, and asks to go outside near the front door. The animal wanders around the house for a long time, screams for no reason, leaves odorous marks in the corner, and does not allow the owners to sleep even at night. A cat that walks behaves similarly, but less aggressively. The pet purrs unusually, sometimes growls, caresses its legs, raises the back of its body, and jerks its tail from side to side.
In order for a cat to stop meowing during estrus, it is better for the owner to undergo sterilization, of course, provided that the pet does not participate in the reproduction of offspring. Empty estrus negatively affects the health of actively walking animals, provoking various diseases of the reproductive organs.
Experiences
A small kitten meows constantly in the first days after separation from the cat. The baby calls for his mother, who will calm him down, caress him, and protect him. During this period, the owner simply needs to pay as much attention to the cat as possible, to show him that having lost his previous family, he has found a new one, where he is also loved and appreciated. Kittens often meow because they are hungry, they ask a person for food, this cannot be refused
From the age of 2 months after the introduction of complementary foods, it is important to feed babies regularly. The desire to eat a lot is caused by active growth, development and formation of vital organs and systems
On the eve of delivery, the female may lie down a lot.
Experiences can also affect adult pets. If the cat has become restless, too loud, and cannot find a place for itself, perhaps some kind of anxiety is bothering it, and the animal is meowing to warn the owner about this. Just before giving birth, a pregnant cat shows anxiety. Therefore, if a pet in this situation has become more aggressive, often runs to the litter box, lies down a lot, and refuses to be handled, most likely kittens will be born in the coming days, or maybe even hours.
Boredom and melancholy
Cats that rarely walk outside spend the entire day alone and see their owner only when evening comes, whining or meowing loudly from melancholy and boredom. Such an animal can bother the owner and yell at night, so that the person becomes more attentive and devotes more time. Therefore, as soon as evening comes and all the work is done, you need to take the cat in your arms, talk to him, play your favorite games. Some cats love to be petted while lying down. Then they are silent, quickly relax and immediately fall asleep.
Other common causes
With this behavior, the pet can show the owner that it is hungry.
A common reason for a cat or cat to meow is hunger. If a pet calls its owner into the kitchen, approaches the food standing on the shelf and screams shrilly, then there is no doubt that the animal is hungry. Sometimes it happens that a cat meows for no reason even after eating, while there are no obvious signs of health problems. In such a situation, most likely the animal is trying to find out who is in charge in the house, and whether the owner is ready to dance to the tune, jumping up and fulfilling the requirements at the first call. So that the animal does not wander at night, and it realizes its place in the family, you should not follow the lead
During this period, it is important for the owner to show patience and steadfastness, otherwise the situation may worsen and then it will be difficult to rid the cat of the habit of yelling for no reason.
Why do cats say "meow"
There are many reasons why cats meow. Let's look at the most common of them:
Hunger in kittens and adult cats
. Almost all pets tend to meow loudly when they are hungry. And the stronger it is, the louder the “meow” sounds. Pets meow especially demandingly in the morning, when their owner has just lifted his head from the pillow. By the way, in addition to the desire to snack, animals can give the owner signals of thirst by meowing;
The period of adaptation to a new home for kittens
. A baby who has found a new family, finding himself away from his mother cat for the first time, may meow pitifully for the first day or two out of fear and confusion;
Request for help
. Many baby kittens can call their owner for help with a loud meow if they cannot cope with any problem on their own (for example, climb down from a tree, pull a cobweb off their face, etc.);
Desire to attract attention
. The cat walks and meows when it wants its adored owner to play and talk to it. Even the most independent and introverted cats need communication and affection from time to time;
Warning of imminent attack
. Cats love affection, as was already said above, but in moderation. If a pet meows when you pet it, then there is a high probability that it expresses the following: a) the owner is petting in the wrong place (for example, in the abdomen); b) irons for too long; c) strokes with great pressure, causing pain. A cat, annoyed by the owner’s lack of understanding, can, by the way, not only meow. He can also use his main weapons - claws and teeth;
Manipulation
. Owners who are ready to follow the lead of their whiskered-tailed treasures after the first “meow” should know that cats are cunning creatures who love to get their way by screaming. Thus, manipulative cats, meowing, can beg, for example, for an undeserved treat or seek the right to sleep on the master’s table;
The desire to relieve oneself
. Some owners notice that the cat meows in front of the toilet. The situation here is twofold. On the one hand, some animals, feeling the urge to defecate or urinate, always begin to worry and scream. On the other hand, a plaintive meow before visiting the litter box may signal that it is simply painful for the pet to pee or poop (pain during urination can be caused, for example, by urolithiasis or a urinary tract infection, and discomfort during defecation can be caused by a foreign body in the intestine or hemorrhoids );
Disease
. If a cat begins to meow often and loudly, there is a chance that in this way he complains to his owner about health problems. How to recognize that your pet is sick? It is important to recognize warning signs in time that clearly indicate the animal’s ill health (we are talking about stomach and intestinal disorders, loss of appetite, severe thirst, increase or decrease in temperature, etc.). If the cat feels unwell, it is best to take him to the veterinary clinic or call a veterinarian at home;
Request for a walk
. Those pets that have the opportunity to walk on the street, wanting to leave the apartment or house, begin to meow at the door. Moreover, at first “meow-meow” are relatively quiet and timid, but over time they can turn into a real scream if the loving owner does not react in any way;
Great fright
. An animal often meows when it hears a sound that frightens itself (for example, the noise of a hair dryer, the roar of a hammer drill, the howling of a car alarm under the window, etc.). As a rule, meowing caused by fear quickly stops as soon as the pet calms down;
Boredom
. Many pets love to vocalize at night when the house is calm and quiet. As you know, cats are nocturnal animals, which are more alert in the dark than during the day. By meowing, they announce to their owners that it is time to get up and do “business” (for example, treat their pets or play with them);
Stress
. The cat walks and meows every day during periods of emotional distress associated, for example, with a sudden switch to a new type of food, home renovations or a change of residence, hormonal surges after castration or sterilization. It is noteworthy that some animals behave quietly and apathetically when stressed, but others literally do not stop talking;
Cats in heat
. Inexperienced owners may think that a cat is meowing for no reason, but in fact, she uses loud cries to notify nearby males that she is ready to mate. By the way, cats who sense that a cat in heat is nearby also behave noisily;
Conversation with the owner
. Some animals are naturally silent; they speak only in exceptional cases. But it also happens when a cat meows for no reason every day. Meowing of varying volumes is accompanied by literally everything that happens with the purr: meeting the owner from work, eating delicious food, petting and playing, communicating with other pets in the house. It is noteworthy that many cats love to meow melodiously in unison with their owners when they talk loudly on the phone, laugh or swear, sneeze or cough. It seems as if the cats are trying to outshout their owners with their meows. By the way, Siamese are among the most talkative breeds, and Abyssinian, Oriental, Burmese cats and Kurilian Bobtails are not far behind them.;
Excitement before childbirth
. A pregnant cat who is preparing to give birth to baby kittens behaves anxiously and meows often. These “meows” sound especially shrill just before giving birth, when the female is ready for lambing;
Mother cat communicating with her kittens
. A cat meows after giving birth when caring for her offspring. With the help of screams, a pet can warn her babies about something or even inform the owner that her kittens should not be picked up;
Hunting instinct
. Our domestic cats are born predators, passionate hunters who, in a confined space (apartment), can only afford to catch mice, rats, cockroaches, centipedes or flies. Street cats can also catch birds. Many mustachioed creatures can meow loudly and bizarrely while tracking prey.
Why do kittens scream?
It is difficult for small children to explain what they want, and all demands result in screaming and crying. The same thing happens in the world of cats. Kittens express their feelings by meowing. There may be no reason for this, but most often there are several reasons why a little murka screams. Note that as long as the kittens are close to the mother cat, they are calm. Problems may arise after moving to another family.
- First of all, there is hunger. Kittens grow and develop quite quickly and their bodies require nutrition. It has been noticed that kittens are constantly hungry. Therefore, it is necessary to leave a sufficient amount of food in the bowl and place it in a permanent place so that the baby learns to eat there. Another important point is to always have a bowl of clean water. It should never be empty.
- The second reason for a cat’s cry is a change of environment. Adaptation is a mandatory stage after a kitten arrives in a new home. Even an adult needs to get used to a new place. Everything around is unfamiliar: the atmosphere, the smells. Show more attention to your pet during this period and soon he will stop screaming. Young kittens get used to it faster than adults.
- A kitten may scream, simply asking for attention and affection. Take him in your arms, sit him on your lap and stroke his back. He will calm down and his mood will improve. If he keeps you from sleeping with his screams, then this may be a simple whim; let him go to bed with you and you will sleep peacefully. The kitten can be awakened by hunger. Leave some food in the bowl in the evening.
- The kitten may get scared and scream if it is trapped. Curiosity often leads him to the most secluded places, for example, to a sofa, a duvet cover, or a dark corner. Help him get out and calm him down by picking him up, petting him and talking gently. Believe me, he will understand you.
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Requirements
Why does the kitten meow constantly? In addition to the options already listed, there are several more. For example, if the cat demands something. The most important thing is to attract attention to yourself. This is exactly what the animal does. Only in this case does it clearly indicate that it wants something. And this is far from the attention of the owner.
Try closing the door in front of the cat, leaving him on the other side of the room. Most likely, the animal will begin to express its displeasure. Moreover, demand to open the door. How is this expressed? Meowing. Moreover, loud, clear and intrusive. And also scratching.
This is also quite normal. Everyone somehow expresses their dissatisfaction and asks for something, right? Cats have a wonderful tool for this: meowing. How to determine exactly what is wrong? Listen to the tone of the sounds your pet makes. If he is indignant, the animal demands something.
Diseases
It often happens that a cat, exhausted by unpleasant symptoms, begins to yell
It seems to the owner that for no reason, however, it is still necessary to pay attention to the screaming pet
Absolutely any disease can cause pain. First of all, the owner is advised to carefully palpate the cat’s belly. If there is discomfort in this area, the animal will immediately respond to such palpation.
The cause of pain can also be helminths living in the intestines. If the cat has not undergone anthelmintic treatment, then this option cannot be dismissed.
If your cat meows when trying to visit the litter box, most likely she is suffering from urolithiasis. Every cat after five years is at risk of developing a similar disease, so it is necessary to examine such a cat.
In any case, if you suspect that the cause of your cat’s cry is malaise, take the animal to the veterinarian.
It is important to understand that cats are independent by nature and will not meow for any reason. If a cat vocalizes because of pain, it means it hurts a lot.
You can't hesitate.
Hunger
A hungry cat makes sounds that sound like a baby crying. In this case, eliminating the cause of this behavior is quite easy; you just need to feed the animal. Often kittens cry due to malnutrition. They often feel hungry because their growing bodies require nutrients. Owners need to learn the rules for creating a cat menu and feed their pet on time. Sometimes owners mistakenly believe that they are giving the animal enough food.
However, there are times when a cat has just eaten, but runs around the table with human food and screams. “Why does the cat meow for no reason?” — this is the question the animal owners ask. This can be explained by the fact that pets are very gluttonous. Cats may beg for food when they smell delicious smells. In this case, you should not follow the animal’s lead. The pet should be taught to eat at strictly defined hours.
Cats often meow when their owners frequently change the types of food they eat. After all, the pet’s body gets used to certain foods. It is especially undesirable to alternate the intake of dry ready-made food and food from the human table. This can lead to digestive problems.
Why does a cat constantly meow for no reason: a demand for attention
In the absence of visible difficulties or hunger, it is possible that the pet is simply attracting attention. Four-legged friends, no less than people, need communication with those with whom they share shelter.
In these cases, pets tend to climb onto their owners’ laps and rub against their arms or legs (depending on where they can reach). It is unacceptable to encourage a cat’s excessive demands, because the world does not revolve around its needs, but it is also impossible to completely ignore its thirst for affection and kind words.
Every creature sometimes works and sometimes has fun. Cats, of course, are no exception; they are natural. In this, even in reasonable peace, we must be inspired. And also in overly avoiding negative things, but rather turning them into positives, because how else will we change?
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Veterinarian advice
You can calm a cat that regularly yells at night with the help of medications or folk remedies, but veterinarians advise not to abuse either one. It may well be that the reason for your pet’s yelling lies in adaptation to the new home, fear of strangers (if you have guests), aggression towards other four-legged residents. The best remedy against yelling in this case is affection and attention.
If you nevertheless decide to resort to a sedative, veterinarians advise:
- do not abuse such drugs, as they are quickly addictive, and in the worst case, lead to serious health problems;
- closely monitor your pet’s well-being - the slightest signs of illness in the form of excessive drowsiness, nausea or vomiting may indicate an atypical reaction of the body to any component;
- Don’t buy a drug just because it helps your neighbor’s dog—the same dose will have different effects on animals of different species, sizes, and genders.
Before purchasing any sedative for your cat, be sure to consult with your veterinarian.
Health reasons
There are both easily solvable problems that cause continuous meowing, and dangerous painful conditions.
- The animal may feel unwell due to intoxication of the body with worms
. Typically, such problems arise in kittens and, in addition to plaintive screams, are sometimes supplemented by trembling or bowel irregularities. - If an animal continuously meows before, during and after bowel or bladder emptying, this behavior indicates diseases of the digestive or urinary systems
. - Constant screaming accompanied by slight shaking may indicate a spinal injury
. - When an animal rushes around the apartment, shakes its head, scratches its ear or muzzle, and at the same time its “meow!” is constantly heard, most likely the cat is worried about ear mites or an allergic reaction
. - Life-threatening situations
are often accompanied by continuous meowing and a complete lack of appetite. - Constant hoarse meowing may be a sign of a viral disease
.
In all of the above cases, do not try to diagnose, much less treat, your pet yourself. Be sure to show your cat to a veterinarian, who will conduct a professional examination, identify the causes of unusual behavior and, if necessary, prescribe an effective course of treatment.
Reasons for concern in kittens
Almost all kids love to complain about life’s difficulties, since they are often not yet able to cope with them on their own. So why do kittens “cry” most often?
- The most common reason for constant meowing is stress from a change in environment . Just recently, the baby snuggled up to his mother’s warm side and felt absolutely protected. Suddenly, completely unexpectedly, the mother cat disappears somewhere, and the kitten is surrounded only by unfamiliar people and unusual objects. All this is so scary that the baby panics. Fortunately, the nervous system of a healthy animal will quickly and easily cope with such stress if the new owners show patience, attention and friendliness, and the screaming will soon stop.
- Small cats and kittens must grow and gain weight quickly, so they are almost constantly hungry . If the kitten does not have enough food, then its hungry meow will accompany you continuously. Place the bowl in the same place and do not forget to put fresh food in it more often. There should always be a bowl of drink nearby so that the animal does not suffer from thirst.
- Often an inexperienced baby begins to “cry” and call you for help when he finds himself in a difficult situation . For example, a kitten may climb into a place where it cannot get out on its own, or get tangled in yarn while playing with a ball. Hurry up to help your pet.
- If your pet is fed and not sick, but continues to meow pitifully, this means that he requires your attention . Pet your fluffy or play with him. Please note that this often happens at night, because cats are nocturnal animals. In this case, you should not indulge your whims. Immediately teach your baby that it is useless to demand attention at night, otherwise he will teach you to get up to him at the first whim. And who then raises whom?
Why does a cat scream and how to calm it down?
The domestic purr does not always please its owners; sometimes at night or throughout the day it screams loudly and heart-rendingly. There can be many reasons for such behavior in an animal, ranging from special sensitivity to physiological needs. Why is the cat screaming? How to deal with this? This article will help you understand the problem of night and daytime cat tantrums.
Why is the cat screaming?
The first thing to do after the heart-rending cries of an animal is to check if its stomach hurts. Normal bloating may cause your cat to experience severe discomfort.
The reasons for the first appearance of a loud cry in adult cats can be:
- urolithiasis (pain when urinating);
- infection with worms;
- Alzheimer's disease (the appearance of symptoms similar to senile human disease);
- injury or painful wound on the body (paw, head, ears);
- severe nervous disorder.
With urolithiasis, which castrated cats are prone to, the animal cannot go to the toilet for a long time. While in the tray, the pet screams loudly and crouches.
Cats aged 8 years or older often develop dementia resembling human Alzheimer's disease. Animals get lost in space, do not recognize their owner, and constantly meow and scream.
Pain in any organ or part of the body can also provoke night and daytime hysterics in a cat. Do not ignore this, be sure to examine your pet.
Nervous disorders caused by abuse, fear, lack of attention cause the animal to scream for no particular reason. If you adopted a cat from a shelter or from the street, then surround him with affection and warmth. This will help minimize the consequences of psychological trauma.
If you suspect illness, consult your veterinarian. Do not ignore the animal’s alarming “statements” about its problem.
However, a cat screams not only because of physical discomfort or pain. His “rulads” may be associated with the search for a female to create offspring. Urging can be prevented through castration in cats and sterilization in cats.
Hormonal drops do not give much effect and, as experienced veterinarians say, have a negative impact on the pet’s health
What to do when an animal runs and screams at night? Try to organize his day and early evening, saturate him with active games. The fact is that cats are wild predatory animals by nature; they need to be constantly on the move.
They are nocturnal, so when living with a person, domestic cats cannot adapt to their daily routine. To get rid of night “vigils”, you need to play active games with your pet in the evening (if possible, during the day), and run with it. And after a simulated hunt, feed them with a meat delicacy. Gradually, the animal will get used to a certain daily routine and stop screaming at night.
Why does my stomach swell after eating?
Cats are just like people: some are silent, others are talkative, and some are like a 24-hour radio. It is difficult to understand why a cat screams. However, we can speculate on possible reasons for the endless meowing.
When your cat starts singing songs that last for an eternity, do not rush to scold her. There are problems that the mustachioed simply cannot cope with, which is why they appeal to those who tamed them.
It has long been known that cats acquired the sound “meow” during their domestication by humans. And this sound is addressed specifically to a person. Murkas communicate with each other using completely different “words.” Therefore, if you are in doubt about whom the cat is yelling at, rest assured – at you.
Possible reasons why a cat yells:
- Disease is the most common cause. The cat is in pain, so it seems to “turn” to the owner for help;
- Hormonal imbalances;
- Anxiety, stress or excitement;
- Feeling of hunger, thirst;
- Appeal to the owner, attracting him to action.
The cat hisses and yells in a voice that is not his own into an empty space
Hello! British cat. Neutered. 3 years. The last time I was examined was 2 years ago during castration. We feed canned food, sometimes dry food. Eats two to three times a day. A tray with wood filling is located in the kitchen. We play a lot, mostly hide and seek, running after each other. The cat is playful, but he doesn’t particularly like to sit in your arms, he comes very rarely and sleeps next to him. Regarding behavior, recently, out of the blue, he calmly walked into the kitchen, and as if something had shuddered him, he pressed himself to the floor, bristled all over, hissed and yelled in a voice that was not his own at me and my father, and what does his pose have to do with it? he had it, as if he was going to attack, I was scared, I poured water on him, and at least give him a damn. In short, he yelled and yelled... and left. We left the kitchen, he sits in the living room and glances sideways at the kitchen, although there is no one there. He communicates with us normally. Then I was afraid to go there all evening, so I had to take the food into the hall. The next day he again screamed in an unusual voice in an empty kitchen. Frightened, he returned from there and again did not go there for half a day. It happened again today too. Is he seeing someone there in the kitchen or is he cruising with his head? What to do with it? Maybe I need to take you to a doctor? Thank you. Regards, Anna.
The cat meows after eating
Pathological hiccups
If your cat does not stop hiccupping during the day, experiences severe discomfort, and spasms last 7-10 minutes, you should be wary. Prolonged hiccups are the first symptom of a serious illness, and the range of possible pathologies is extensive, from pneumonia and problems with the cardiovascular system, to encephalitis and parasitic infestation. It happens that a cat suffers from allergies that affect the mucous membrane of the respiratory tract. Allergic hiccups are accompanied by lacrimation, difficulty breathing, frequent sneezing, and coughing.
Signs of concern:
- lack of coordination of movement, the cat staggers, walks in circles;
- anxiety, irritability, lethargy, change in habitual behavior, refusal to eat a favorite treat;
- hiccups are accompanied by nausea and bouts of vomiting;
- the cat wheezes and breathes heavily;
- The cat has urinary incontinence and there is blood in the stool.
For debilitating hiccups, contact your veterinarian. And as soon as possible. Do not self-medicate. Don't waste precious time. Only a veterinarian, after a comprehensive examination, will determine the cause of the pathology and prescribe treatment.
Estrus
Animals make loud noises during periods of active sexual desire. This is typical for both males and females. Experienced owners are well aware of this state of their pet. However, if estrus occurs for the first time, then the owners often do not understand what is happening to the growing kitten. They are interested in the question: “Why does a cat meow loudly for no reason?” Owners feel that their pet is still too small.
However, kittens enter puberty at the age of 6 - 8 months. The following signs indicate that a cat has entered her first heat:
- rolling on the floor;
- loud meowing and purring;
- raising the back of the body and trampling with paws;
- friction of the body against various objects.
What to do in this case? After all, a cat's heat can last up to two weeks, and the owner is often irritated by the constant cries of the animal, especially at night. If you do not plan to breed your cat, then it is better to sterilize your pet. Special medications for estrus should not be given; they can be dangerous to the health of the animal.
Why does a cat meow for no reason near the door? This behavior is usually characteristic of animals during the period of estrus. At this time, animals actively ask to go outside. However, other reasons are also possible. Cats are very curious. They are interested in the world around them outside the home and may beg for walks. However, experienced owners and veterinarians do not recommend letting cats out of the apartment. On the street, a pet can face many dangers; in addition, a pet can get an infection from stray relatives.
Hormones
The reason for the round-the-clock singing may well be hormones. And in particular, their imbalance or simple changes in the body.
As the kitten grows older, it begins to show a desire to continue the race. Such changes in the body are often accompanied by endless screams that do not stop day or night. In addition to exhausting its own body, the cat also exhausts the household, so the decision must be made quickly and firmly.
If the pet will participate in procreation in the future, then the first urge to find love will have to be endured. When the baby gets stronger for the “wedding”, he can find a couple.
If procreation is not your cat’s business, it is advisable to resort to castration. This radical method will help your pet avoid monthly songs, and will also prolong his life.
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