My Cat Constantly Meows For Attention

Constant cat meowing could indicate an overactive thyroid kidney disease problems urinating or a host of other health issues.

My cat constantly meows for attention. A change in how frequently your cat meows can be one of the first signs a cat is not feeling well. This kind of constant cat. Jeff levy a manhattan based veterinarian and certified veterinary acupuncturist. Loud meowing or crying sometimes accompanied by other attention seeking behavior.

Some cats notably siamese meow more than others says dr. The cat will soon learn that meowing doesn t get him anything in fact he might not like your response at all. Single cats who are very closely bonded with their caretakers are particularly susceptible to loneliness or boredom. Some cats in fact are very vocal and use meows all the time while others do not.

It s not a talkative friendly cry it s a desperate sounding cry for attention. Cats use their meows as a means to express their emotions so pay attention to these specific meows to let you know just exactly what your kitty is trying to say. Cats are good at hiding illnesses and meowing or making noise without showing interest in food could be a sign of a health problem that needs attention. Kittens use their meow when they are born so that their mother can hear them since they do not yet have the ability to see.

And it s likely your feline will also use meowing to train you to do his bidding in the middle of the night like mine has. Because causes for both of these behaviors can be either physical or emotional or both you need to do some homework on possible causes. One of the most common complaints about cat behavior is their excessive vocalization. Generally meowing is not a cause for concern.

Do not be tempted to shout at your cat or tell it to be quiet that is just giving it attention. Sami has always been much quieter when living in a household with another cat but now sami cries constantly anytime my boyfriend or i are home. Cats crave attention and the last thing they want is to be ignored. Your cat is meowing due to loneliness or boredom.

Excessive vocalization in cats is more common at night although some old cats vocalize at any time. Cats often meow to initiate play petting or to get you to talk to them. Keep quiet no matter how tempting it is to respond to its mewing. My cat has always been a talkative animal but her insistent meowing has been worse recently than ever before.

To get your attention duh. So if you think that your cat seems to be meowing more often see your veterinarian. The idea of a cat yowling at all hours of the night and waking up the house may sound funny but senior cats who begin to yowl like this may be suffering from something serious and treatable.