The skin on your cat's back appears to be rippling while it's running about. Mostly what causes that to happen is the toughness of grass, which results in the injury of the cat’s internal organs, leading to internal bleeding. It doesn't seem to distress her much and it hasn't affected her appetite but it has been happening now on and off for several months. Here’s how to help your cat get back to a routine after your return. Darwin, my 4 year old cat, had a tooth extraction on Friday, 9/15. Absence of grooming. I brought her to see our veterinarian and, after a bit of prodding, I timidly professed “Well, her voice just sounds different.” It felt so silly coming out of my mouth. Cats will not only do this for their own litter, but for another cat's kittens as well. If a cat eats a mouse, it may become sick. A lot of things can happen to a cat after they went through an altercation with another cat so here is what you must know about cat behaviour after fight. Feed him up to three times every day. Since my cat was a canned food only cat his gums had gotten kinda swollen and the vet said the chewing thing he was doing was probably because it felt like something was stuck in his teeth. My cat just came in from outside and now she is acting weird. Your cat can sometimes eat too fast, overeat or run off too quickly after a meal. He races around as if being chased, usually after looking at his tail, or behind himself. Then the swallowing/gulping starts up. take the cat to the vet for an x-ray. Liver flukes can also block the bile duct so bile is not released, which leads up to a bile buildup in her liver. 7 Signs Your Cat Is Sick. For more, we recommend reading: intestinal blockage in cats. My 13 year old cat Cindy is randomly making chewing movements, and not just after she's eaten - it's as though she's got something stuck in her mouth and can't get rid of it? A cat’s sleep-wake cycle can be impaired by FCD. This is why cats present dead mice to owners as a gift. 5. Most cats are hardwired to enjoy hunting wild prey, but few domesticated house cats eat mice. They don’t harm the lizards in whose bodies they reside, but when your cat friend snacks on an affected lizard, that parasite can move into her bile duct and cause a potentially fatal inflammation. For instance, cats who sleep more during the day can become more restless and active at night. Reaction to palpation . If your cat vomits once and there is nothing else unusual about their behaviour or their health and they return to their normal self straight away, then chances are your cat is probably ok. On the other hand if the vomiting continues and you notice any other signs discussed in this article then you may need to act. Strange behaviour following sedation. If, after a couple of days, you notice changes in the cat's behavior (e.g. Many cats will show their gratitude for their owners by grooming them, sitting with them, or as mentioned kneading them, … Kitten. IMPORTANT: If your cat is in any distress or discomfort, please consult your own vet as your first priority. It might surprise you but many cat owners don’t realize that the cats they adopted don’t get along and the tensions can lead to aggression. Cat acting weird after getting neutered. Kitten. A new pet, a visitor, fireworks outside or even seeing a strange feral cat through the window can send a timid cat into hiding. However, as with most symptoms of FCD, there are also many alternative reasons for increased nighttime activity. When you get emotional or stressed, your kitty will notice and respond with special attention. • A cat vomiting up its food hours after eating could be due to obstruction, slow functioning of the digestive system and/or pancreatitis. MarkB VIP Cat Chatter! 4. If your cat is still acting lethargic or her condition has gotten worse — for example, she’s not eating or drinking, she’s hunched up as if she’s in pain, or she’s glassy-eyed and feels hot to the touch — call the vet right now! The mouse may also have consumed toxic rodenticide. Thanks! My vet said he most likly ate a deseased mouse and it caused his large intestines to fill with a … This morning totally different, wouldn't eat. My cat (Male & 2 years old) is being strange, but in a complicated way. Difficulty jumping. Watch for changes, such as an increase or decrease, in a cat’s food intake. Our veterinarian, however, didn’t think it was silly at all. He sleeps, eats, and explores just the same, but at night he is acting weird. Your cat may be eating whenever he wants to. My cat of 12 years and 8 months died after not eating or drinking for 6 days. Not all owners can recognize these key signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI). The bile becomes toxic. Lameness. Nothing, you cat should be fine. Contrary to popular belief, most cats are not finicky eaters. So when your cat starts acting a little funny, don't brush it off as a weird quirk. Even if Max was running around like normal when you brought him home after he got fixed, Chloe may take a day or two to get better. During the day he acts his normal self. When I picked him up, the vet said he'd been given a pain reliever that was a slow release over 3 days. For some cats, going to the vet is a nerve-wracking experience and requires a period of time to de-stress once they get home. Except for cat breeders, spaying and neutering are for many an inevitable Learn the common causes for loss of appetite in cats, how you can help, and when to see a vet. Also, … Not only that, the cessation of eating or drinking can itself lead to serious complications: I learned this lesson when a roommate’s cat became ill after not eating for a few days. • A cat vomiting immediately after eating or within half an hour after eating may indicate both acute and chronic gastritis. The other night a cat came to my office at 2 am. Hiding. Reluctant to move. Your cat frequently bites at its back above its tail, even after you've properly treated it for fleas. Abnormal gait. Petting at the base of your cat's tail or back triggers it to groom, scratch, or bite the area excessively and then run around the house crazily. Don’t punish a cat for meowing. Some cats don't want to be bullied while eating! 22 posts • Page 1 of 1. From weight changes to strange new habits, this article clues you in to several important warning signs of illness in your cat. Joined Sep 17, 2017 Messages 7 Reaction score 0. Is your cat not eating? Cat Not Eating After Tooth Extraction? Usually the dream is telling you about yourself and not others. Hitting, shouting, and spraying cats with water rarely work to quiet a meowing cat in the long run, but all those actions will make your cat distrust or even dislike you. 11. It starts after she has been purring very loudly for an extended period of time. Posts: 1357 Joined: Thu Mar 13, 2014 2:40 pm No. A few years ago one, of my cats started acting strange in a way I couldn’t quite pinpoint. Thread starter imaan; Start Date Sep 16, 2009; Sep 16, 2009 #1 I. imaan TCS Member Thread starter. It's very possible your cat will run away from its bowl if they don't feel comfortable or safe where their feeding bowls are located. These include toxoplasmosis and tularaemia. In most instances, after eating grass if you are keen, you will notice blood in your cat’s pukes. The cat was lethargic and she was limping on her right rear leg. Question. Yowling at night (especially in older cats) could be a sign of illness. Rodents often carry diseases, parasites, and viruses. 2. If the cat is allowed outdoors, it is recommended to install a cat door and provide a "safe spot" so the cat can quickly retreat when faced with a threat. Multiple cats need more than one bowl! 8. Appetite decrease. 7. “You know her best” he reminded me. Not Helpful 4 Helpful 6. You know how sharp kitty is at observing your emotions. After Surgery Don't be surprised if your cat acts a little weird for the first few days after her operation. Eating too much or too little can potentially signify disease. It is VERY sporadic and has only happened 4 times. The mother cat teaches her kittens to kill to eat. Last night (about 17 hours ago), my 1.5 year old cat began acting "spazzy". Well, if you’ve been known to pet your cat after they eat or have been known to even respond, you may have trained your cat into this behaviour without knowing. The cat can be a symbol of sexuality, femininity, prosperity and power. At the end of this stage, she brings the dead prey home and leaves it for the kittens to eat on their own. 10. Grogginess and lack of appetite are normal for a day or so, but if she doesn't eat for more than two days, it might be a red flag. of cats in household: 4 Location: Whitstable, Kent. Vomiting and lethargy can be symptoms of a serious infection or injury, especially when accompanied by growling when touched and/or fever. Hello, I just got my cat neutered today and he's been acting very different since a while now. Sensory changes, such as eyesight or hearing loss, can affect your cat’s depth of sleep. It almost seems like she is hyperventilating. If your cat stops eating or drinking for 24 hours, head to the vet. Community Answer. Don’t give in. As independent and stuck-up as cats can be, they are extremely grateful and family-oriented creatures. Especially after cat anesthesia, your cats are very likely to show strange behaviors. If a cat refuses to eat or drink, this often means the cat is in pain or is otherwise feeling poorly. Weird swallowing only when purring loudly by: Jackie I have a 9 year old whole female Sphynx that started gulping after intense purring about 6 months ago. Your cat is more likely to hunt for sport. Once he's done, pick up the bowl of food. 9. Her owner was very worried. Hiding may be a cat’s way of calming themselves down before returning to normal behavior. By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS May 5, 2015 May 15, 2020. Play It Cool and Keep Your Goodbye Casual Before Vacation. The cats eat a variety of foods, but in rare cases, the cat can eat grass. Do not worry, though; you can keep your cat from getting hurt after surgery, by being aware of the potential behaviors of cats after anesthesia. Cats are more sensible creatures than dogs. Each cat recovers at a different pace depending on age and overall health. 6. Soon they learn to join in. This should take about 30 minutes, max. Post by MarkB » Wed Mar 25, 2015 9:30 pm Dom was at … If your cat is not acting out because of an injury or illness, it's time for some training. The two of you share a deep bond that makes it obvious to one another when something’s up. Playing less. Strange behaviour following sedation. Thread starter brianl; Start Date Sep 17, 2017; Sep 17, 2017 #1 B. brianl TCS Member Thread starter. Overall activity decrease. not eating properly, using the litter box more often than normal, etc.) A cat is also an independent animal, and in your dream you may be associating yourself or someone else with these characteristics. Should a cat pass out after being given Clavamox? Her first lesson consists of bringing home dead prey and consuming it in front of the kittens. The best thing you can do when you return is to let your cat make the first move toward you, says Russel Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT-KA, founder of Fun Paw Care in Los Angeles and Miami. 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