Does anyone else's cat act up in the morning?
@shaztasticyeah (75)
United States
October 9, 2012 2:37am CST
A few months ago I found a kitten where I work(A factory type environment, not great for a cat). She was pretty sick and dehydrated. We took her to the vet and they made her all better. Since we've had her she has gotten pretty fat and healthy. She used to sleep in bed with us every night but as of lately everyday around 6am she seems frantic. She meows like she's looking for something and no matter what we do she won't stop. When she sees me or my boyfriend she runs to us like she has just found a long lost friend. She'll lay with us for a little bit and then she dos the same thing all over again. Anyone else have some little furry monster problems in the wee hours of the morning?
2 responses
@deazil (4725)
• United States
9 Oct 12
Having had many cats over the years, since I was a kid, I've witnessed this behavior a lot. The cat crazies. Usually I've observed it in the middle of the night. They race around like crazy, sometimes meowing their heads off. I've had the pleasure of being run across in the middle of the night.
Only with 2 cats this was a sign of a thyroid problem. For the rest it's just normal behavior. Seeing that she's young it's probably the cat crazies. I love to watch them when they're like that. She's probably chasing/hunting an imaginary mouse. And if she's an indoor only cat she may have a lot of energy. Maybe, if you haven't already, you could get her a climber. that would be good exercise for her. And congratulations on saving her. You've done a really wonderful thing.
Have you ever owned a cat before?
And welcome to mylot! You'll find your stay a pleasant one, I'm sure. Friends from every corner of the world, advice, diversity and so much more. Enjoy!
Only with 2 cats this was a sign of a thyroid problem. For the rest it's just normal behavior. Seeing that she's young it's probably the cat crazies. I love to watch them when they're like that. She's probably chasing/hunting an imaginary mouse. And if she's an indoor only cat she may have a lot of energy. Maybe, if you haven't already, you could get her a climber. that would be good exercise for her. And congratulations on saving her. You've done a really wonderful thing. Have you ever owned a cat before?
And welcome to mylot! You'll find your stay a pleasant one, I'm sure. Friends from every corner of the world, advice, diversity and so much more. Enjoy!
@shaztasticyeah (75)
• United States
10 Oct 12
I've had cats before when I was younger but they were pretty much family cats. Hal is the second one we've saved from where I work. The year before we took home an older female siamese. We named her Mila.
We also got two kittens from where I work too but they went to other homes because I'm fairly sure I couldn't handle 4 cats.
I read something online about how we might need to give her more attention? She seems to be acting out a lot but it could just be because she is still really young. Mila, her older sister has calmed down a lot since we got her. Sometimes she's the instigator in the wild and crazy cat nights.
I haven't got her a climber yet but I really think she needs one. She's plays with everything and anything.
Thank you for the welcome, I haven't been here long but it really seems like a nice place.
@deazil (4725)
• United States
10 Oct 12
I have climbers and scratchers all over my house. Are you familiar with the cardboard scratchers? They're relatively inexpensive and usually come with a little bag of catnip. But climbers are good for exercise. And you can't ever give a cat too much attention. They do love it. They need the same things a baby needs - love, affection, physical contact. It's all very important. And, like a baby, you should teach it the words "NO!" and "good boy/girl". They get to know what that means when you use it appropriately. A "Good boy" accompanied by much patting of the head works wonders. I had one cat that, if I told her no, she would stop what she was doing and run over to me for a "good girl Abigail" and some head rubbing. I always made a big deal out of good behaviors from my cats. I believe if you treat a cat with respect and gentleness you will have the best pet in the world. They respond so well to kindness. Of course there are always exceptions. And after a while your cats will have you fully trained so you'll know exactly what it is they want!
Thanks for commenting!
I do appreciate it.
Are you familiar with the cardboard scratchers? They're relatively inexpensive and usually come with a little bag of catnip. But climbers are good for exercise. And you can't ever give a cat too much attention. They do love it. They need the same things a baby needs - love, affection, physical contact. It's all very important. And, like a baby, you should teach it the words "NO!" and "good boy/girl". They get to know what that means when you use it appropriately. A "Good boy" accompanied by much patting of the head works wonders. I had one cat that, if I told her no, she would stop what she was doing and run over to me for a "good girl Abigail" and some head rubbing. I always made a big deal out of good behaviors from my cats. I believe if you treat a cat with respect and gentleness you will have the best pet in the world. They respond so well to kindness. Of course there are always exceptions. And after a while your cats will have you fully trained so you'll know exactly what it is they want! Thanks for commenting! I do appreciate it.
@mrsuniega (786)
• Philippines
9 Oct 12
hi there, for now we had no cat at home. i remember we had a cat when I was in high school. as far as i can remember, based on my observations every morning cats really goes out when she/he feels to pee or poo, maybe hungry. I think you have to let her sleep in a place where in she/he can freely move in or out of the house where your cat wont disturb you.
