Cats communicate with each other in a variety of ways. These animals prefer to “talk” to humans in the language that is most understandable to them: by giving sound signals. To a caring owner, the nature, intensity and duration of a cat's meow (or other sounds) can explain what information the pet is trying to convey to him. If a person has recently brought home a new tenant, and the kitten meows all the time, then it is necessary to figure out what the animal wants to say, what is bothering him. Kittens meow for a variety of reasons.
How to quickly calm a meowing kitten?
The following techniques will help you stop meowing:
- take the pet in your arms and gently stroke it;
- switch attention: while meowing, make a distracting sound - throw a bunch of keys next to the kitten, clap your hands;
- snap your fingers near your ear;
- if the meowing is associated with extortion of a treat or a request to be let into the bedroom, you should not respond to provocation.
You cannot scold a kitten, much less beat it. The cat will no longer perceive the offender as the dominant individual in the pride and will transfer him to the category of enemies from whom he needs to hide.
Cat asks for attention
There are times when a healthy and well-fed cat meows for no reason. Why is this happening? Our pets, like little children, love attention. Animals vocalize when they want to be held, played with, or stroked.
Some cat breeds do not tolerate long absences from their owners. Left alone, they can meow for a long time and pitifully. Sphinxes have this character trait. It is not advisable to leave these animals alone for a long time; it will be very stressful for them. In this case, it is advisable to take a second cat into the house.
Meowing at night, what can I do about it?
If the cat starts yelling at night, then it is useless to shout and swear at him. Cats have more sensitive hearing than humans, so they perceive loud sounds quite painfully. And they can begin to behave completely unpredictably - for example, throwing flowers from window sills, tearing up furniture, etc. Stress can affect the animal's nervous and digestive system - it can become skittish and afraid of people.
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Disease
Why does a one-month-old kitten meow constantly? The reasons, as you can see, can be different. But among them one cannot fail to highlight another extremely important factor. If your pet is in pain, he will try to show it. And the only thing he can do is meow.
This is exactly how a cat will behave if something hurts. A common phenomenon that owners rarely pay attention to. However, it is also wrong to blame the owners for this, because identifying the cause can be very difficult. After all, as practice shows, there are many reasons for a cat’s crying. It's easy to get confused.
Night concerts
Why does a cat meow for no reason at night? This often occurs in animals during estrus. Continuous screams at night may also indicate illness.
However, most often a cat screams at night because it cannot sleep. It is possible that her sleep-wake pattern is disrupted. Night meowing greatly disturbs the peace of the owners. In this case, you need to make sure that the cat sleeps as little as possible during the daytime. It is also useful to arrange active games with the animal more often during the day. This will ensure your pet sleeps soundly at night.
Spring came
So we figured out why a newborn kitten meows constantly. Adult cats also sometimes “voice” for similar reasons. But there are several more options for answering the question posed.
True, the next point will explain the behavior of only adult individuals. But it’s worth taking it into account. The thing is that in the spring, cats' sexual desire increases. During this period, they begin to meow very loudly. This behavior applies to both females and males.
Finding a toilet
A small animal may scream in confusion, not knowing where to relieve itself. In such cases, you should put him in a tray and, if possible, explain why this device is needed. Even if the kitten is accustomed to the tray, in a new place he may not understand what this piece of furniture is for, so it is necessary to show it. By the third or fourth time, the animal will definitely understand the purpose and location of the toilet. In some cases, once is enough.
If a kitten comes to a new home at a very early age (up to a month), it may be in pain if it wants to go to the toilet. The fact is that a cat constantly licks newborn kittens, and this action has different purposes. Mom doesn't wash the babies as much as she massages them. This stimulates the kitten's still weak intestinal peristalsis. In such cases, the owner needs to gently massage the pet’s tummy, starting the process of defecation.
Let's get out of the box...
As a rule, kittens are brought home in special carriers or boxes. A very thoughtless step would be to immediately allow children (and adults) to drag the baby out of a secluded place into a new “world” and be deafeningly happy to meet him.
The kitten will definitely get out of the box on its own, but it needs a little time for its fears to fall asleep and the cat’s natural curiosity to awaken. First, the baby will show its mustache, then gradually stick its head out and look around. If there are no frightening factors nearby, the kitten will go to explore the room. And of course, the household will also get his attention. It is important not to frighten the kitten with sudden movements and loud sounds, otherwise the baby will hide in a corner and will be very tense in the future. Give the “child” time to get comfortable and get used to the new environment a little.
The most likely reasons for “Bad” behavior
1). If the food is incomplete and the feeding is not according to the schedule.
Maybe my experience will be useful to you? Over the years, several cats have lived in our family, and none of them whined constantly and “just like that.”
But then... two kittens picked up at different times, who literally tormented us with meowing for different reasons, suggested that either they were already born with such a restless character, or they acquired it in their previous home because of... an incorrect attitude towards them. By the way, attempts to change their habits had little success.
I think that if you feed the cat not regularly, but “spontaneously” - only when you remember about him, then he will probably learn to beg for food as soon as he gets hungry, without waiting for you.
And if the house is poor, and this happens, and the food is completely insatiable for a predatory animal?.. And even the owners, to put it mildly, are unkind? Such “living-being” will definitely cause both physical and nervous illnesses in the unfortunate kittens... And when they grow up a little, they will run away from such a “house” wherever they look...
2). Is it possible to spoil a cat’s character through lack of attention?
If you notice a tendency to “beg for attention,” but not silently and unobtrusively, as is usually the case, but loudly and persistently, then perhaps your tailed ward actually has a “chronic deficiency” of his master’s affection.
And that’s why such a dependence has been established in the Murka’s consciousness: first it asks for attention, then it receives it. This chain must be urgently broken and... “reset” the cat’s consciousness to get rid of its bad habit! But how?
Try to start a game with her and stroke her only when she does not ask you to do so, and at the moment when she asks (and even more so - out loud!) - avoid it. But from now on, try to find more often the opportunity to caress your pet, who really needs warmth, not only in the form of your hands and knees, but also emotional and even spiritual.
What if you add a mustachioed, tailed companion to her, so that it won’t be so boring?
Diseases and conditions requiring medical attention
A kitten may cry and meow loudly because something hurts. The cause of pain may be poor digestion or a serious illness. It is necessary to carefully examine the pet and observe its behavior.
The following symptoms should alert the owner:
- increased body temperature, dry nose (in cats the normal temperature is about 38 degrees, in a kitten this figure can vary significantly, since the process of thermoregulation has not yet been established);
- prolonged cleanliness in the tray or, conversely, diarrhea;
- blood in the urine or stool;
- vomit;
- loss of appetite or complete refusal to eat;
- discharge of various types from the eyes, ears;
- swollen, hard tummy;
- impaired coordination of movements.
You should also observe how often the kitten itches. If he constantly bites himself, gnaws something in his fur, or scratches himself heavily, this is a sign of infection with ectoparasites. If these symptoms appear, you should immediately show the animal to a veterinarian. He will determine the cause and prescribe the necessary treatment.
Anxiety in your kitten that requires you to contact your veterinarian
It is necessary to contact a veterinarian in the following situations:
- All educational methods of weaning off screaming did not help.
- Additional symptoms of the disease have been discovered.
If you notice at least one of the following signs of a meowing pet, you must show it to a veterinarian:
- refusal of food;
- thirst;
- problems going to the toilet;
- the kitten tries to hide;
- diarrhea;
- constipation;
- aggression;
- increased licking;
- increased tearfulness;
- redness of the eyes;
- dyspnea;
- change in gum color.
Folk remedies
Some cat owners advise feeding their pet in such cases. Because after a heavy meal the cat will become lethargic and sleepy. But, firstly, feeding at night can have a negative impact on digestion - there is a high risk that the animal will become very fat and will continue to wake the owner at night to get food. And secondly, this method does not work on all cats - there are individuals known that, having had enough, begin to scream with triple force, falling silent only closer to dawn.
As you know, cats do not like water and try to avoid contact with it, and some owners take advantage of this. So, against a screaming pet they use a regular flower sprayer. This “weapon” can reach your pet at a distance of up to 5 meters. But the animal, not lacking in intelligence, quickly understands where it is simply impossible to reach it with a stream of water, and continues its concerts from there. If, every time the cat starts yelling at night, you take it to the shower, then the animal can catch a cold.
Many cat owners are discovering their own ways to deal with cat shows. For example, smear sour cream on your pet's face - the animal will immediately stop yelling and start washing itself until it eats every drop. Then he might just get tired of washing his face and go to bed. The method, of course, is quite unique, and there is no guarantee that it will work with every cat. There will definitely be those on whom it will not work. But this once again confirms that you can find an approach to every animal.
Onset of puberty
Different breeds of domestic cats reach puberty at different times. Most young individuals are ready for intercourse by 6-7 months. In some breeds, such as Maine Coons, it may begin at this age, but last slightly longer, up to about 15 months.
The play of hormones, the powerful instinct of procreation felt by a young animal, makes it restless. It will scream loudly at any time of the day, roll on the floor, and demand to be let out into the street.
During this difficult period, some individuals may show aggression towards humans. Cats begin to mark their territory, and their smell at this time intensifies several times thanks to hormones.
The owner of a domestic cat should immediately decide on a solution to this problem. There are actually two of them: castration (sterilization) or providing the opportunity for the realization of instinct. In all other cases, the animal will experience real agony during periods of sexual heat. There is no need to be afraid to sterilize an animal if the owner’s plans do not include breeding cats. Veterinarians believe that this simple procedure not only does not cause harm, much less moral suffering, to the animal (they simply have no morals), but even prolongs life and preserves health.
Reasons why a kitten meows constantly
If you're wondering, “Why does this new little bundle keep following me and screaming? ", the answer could be many reasons:
- Mom's call. Kittens are born blind and must vocalize to attract their mother's attention. The crying will not subside until the little pet gets used to you. This usually happens when a kitten is separated from its mother early.
- Stress. Kittens may react to moving in this way. It is important to surround your pet with attention and care so that he feels safe. After a period of adaptation, the problem will disappear by itself.
- Hunger. Small children cry when they are hungry, and small kittens meow. Before you start worrying and looking for a serious reason, you should remember whether you fed your pet.
- Attention. It is important to pay attention to a newly acquired kitten, give affection and play with it. If he meows at night for this reason, you should not spoil him. You need to demonstrate your care during the day, at the first convenient opportunity - this way you will help the kitten get used to you faster and get rid of worries.
- Requirement. The tone of a cat's meow can vary. If he is indignant, the pet demands something. For example, open the door and let him out of the room;
- Expression of love. Sometimes, instead of purring as a sign of recognition, cats may meow. Babies do this most often because they simply don’t know how to purr yet.
- Conversations. With the help of meowing, cats talk only with people. Some owners are not shy about responding with their pet, which is why kittens often encourage them to talk.
- Disease. Diseases can be the same as in adult cats. Very often, children suffer from worms.
Hunger
A kitten may give a vocal signal for a completely natural reason: it is hungry. This is the most common reason why animals meow. This applies to both children and adult pets. First of all, any living organism tries to satisfy its nutritional needs. And the kitten, once in a new place, first learns where the “food source” is located. Not finding food, the small animal begins to worry, and then declares its needs to the person.
It is advisable that there is always some food in the bowl; this will save the owner from constant plaintive cries.
In some cases, the cause of meowing is pseudo-hunger. That is, the kitten is full, but with the help of its voice it tries to beg for tidbits. Usually this characterizes the pet in a certain way: he wants to dictate conditions, tries to beg for something tasty, and thereby force the person to follow his lead. As with children, you need to be firm. You cannot indulge your pet's first desire. This does not mean that an animal should not be pampered at all, but in childhood this is especially fraught with consequences. If a person does not want to constantly endure impudent extortion from the cat, then he should make it clear from the very first attempt who is boss in the house. The pet must understand that nothing will be given to him upon request, and the decision as to whether he will receive a treat or not will be made solely by the “senior”.
A pet is a living creature
The situation in our home is always under our control, so it seems to us. If you wanted to have a pet - once you eat, you have to go to bed - everyone should shut up. But cats don’t adapt to their owner’s wishes; they also have their own desires, needs, and even their own mood.
The surrounding residents are unhappy, the cat’s behavior is strange, and the screams at night are unreasonable. What to do in such a situation, after all, do not throw it out into the street?
The main thing is, if this happened and the cat started yelling, find out the reasons based on the symptoms. Indeed, you need to understand what is behind these symptoms.
A hormonal surge is the first and main reason for such behavior in a pet.
The beginning of March, a famous time in the world of cats, who hasn’t heard of it? Modern windows save residents of the first floors of apartment buildings; close the window - no problem, silence. In private houses they also install such windows, but when a cat is yelling in the next room, what should you do? They just scream like that, cats have the same rules.
The greatest likelihood of such a cry is sexual hunting. In a situation where the cat is not sterilized, such a “concert” will be repeated regularly. He is not shouting out of arrogance or harmfulness, his time has come.
He shows the world around him his strength and readiness to reproduce. This is all in the hope that his other half will hear him and respond to his songs. This is one of the most powerful instincts in animals and attempts to suppress it will lead nowhere. All you have to do is wait it out.
We’ll touch on what to do and what to do, but now let’s remind you about what not to do.
A pet is a living creature
The situation in our home is always under our control, so it seems to us. If you wanted to have a pet - once you eat, you have to go to bed - everyone should shut up. But cats don’t adapt to their owner’s wishes; they also have their own desires, needs, and even their own mood.
The surrounding residents are unhappy, the cat’s behavior is strange, and the screams at night are unreasonable. What to do in such a situation, after all, do not throw it out into the street?
The main thing is, if this happened and the cat started yelling, find out the reasons based on the symptoms. Indeed, you need to understand what is behind these symptoms.
A hormonal surge is the first and main reason for such behavior in a pet.
The beginning of March, a famous time in the world of cats, who hasn’t heard of it? Modern windows save residents of the first floors of apartment buildings; close the window - no problem, silence. In private houses they also install such windows, but when a cat is yelling in the next room, what should you do? They just scream like that, cats have the same rules.
The greatest likelihood of such a cry is sexual hunting. In a situation where the cat is not sterilized, such a “concert” will be repeated regularly. He is not shouting out of arrogance or harmfulness, his time has come.
He shows the world around him his strength and readiness to reproduce. This is all in the hope that his other half will hear him and respond to his songs. This is one of the most powerful instincts in animals and attempts to suppress it will lead nowhere. All you have to do is wait it out.
We’ll touch on what to do and what to do, but now let’s remind you about what not to do.
