Meow Talk · cat questions
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Cute
Mostly because we're content — warm, fed, curled up near you. But we also purr to soothe ourselves when we're stressed, sore or unwell, so a purr isn't always a thumbs-up.
See a vet if the purring comes with hiding, not eating or a change in breathing.
Source: iCatCareCute
It's a kitten habit — kittens knead their mum to get the milk flowing. When we “make biscuits” on your lap, it means we feel safe and very much at home.
Source: iCatCareHealth
An occasional hairball, yes — we swallow fur when we groom. Brushing (daily for long coats) means less fur goes in, so fewer hairballs come out.
See a vet if it happens more than about once a week, or there's retching with nothing coming up, a poor appetite or constipation.
Source: Cornell Feline Health CenterBehaviour
That's stored-up hunting energy finding the exit — often at dawn or late in the evening. Two proper play sessions a day (chase, pounce, “catch”) make the midnight laps shorter.
See a vet if the zoomies come with rippling skin, frantic tail-chasing or biting at the back or tail.
Source: iCatCareBig decisions
Cats don't need company the way dogs do — many of us are perfectly happy alone, as long as food, water, a clean litter box, things to do and the routine stay the same. It's change we dislike.
Watch for over-grooming, hiding or sudden clinginess — they can be signs of stress worth talking to a vet about.
Source: iCatCareBig decisions
Not always. Many cats prefer being the only cat; pairs who grew up together, like siblings, usually get on best. If you do, introduce them slowly and give each cat their own food, water, litter box and hiding spots.
Source: iCatCareBehaviour
Scratching is claw care and leaves our scent — not naughtiness. Put sturdy scratching posts right next to the furniture we love, never force our paws onto them, and please never declaw (the ASPCA is against it too).
Source: ASPCABehaviour
Often it's boredom, wanting attention or — in cats who aren't neutered — looking for a mate. A play session before bed and a late small meal help a lot.
See a vet if an older cat starts yowling: thyroid or kidney problems and age-related confusion can all cause it.
Source: ASPCAHealth
Usually the box is the problem: not clean enough, a litter we don't like, too few boxes (one per cat, plus one), a noisy spot, or another pet guarding it. Pain can cause it too.
See a vet first — a urinary infection or pain is a common reason.
Source: ASPCAHealth
Treat it as an emergency. A urinary blockage can stop a male cat from peeing at all, and it can become life-threatening quickly.
Go to a vet now — don't wait to see if it passes.
Source: AVMABehaviour
Spraying is usually about stress or territory — a new pet, a cat outside the window, changes at home. Neutering helps a lot, and an enzyme cleaner removes the smell that invites a repeat.
See a vet to rule out a urinary problem.
Source: ASPCAHome life
Very common, and usually harmless — lots of cats nibble greens now and then. Offer a pot of cat grass, and keep lilies far away: every part of a lily is poisonous to cats.
Source: ASPCACute
It's a cat smile — relaxed and friendly. A 2020 University of Sussex study found that cats slow-blink back at people who slow-blink at them. Go on, try it.
Source: ScienceDaily (University of Sussex)Behaviour
Too much of a good thing — it's called petting-induced over-stimulation. Watch for a twitching tail, ears turning back or rippling skin, and stop before we have to say it with teeth.
Source: ASPCACute
We're saying hello — and marking you with the scent glands on our cheeks. You're officially part of the family.
Source: iCatCareCute
That funny teeth-chattering is excitement, with a dash of frustration, at prey we can't reach. Harmless — follow it with a wand-toy hunt.
Source: iCatCareCute
Rolling over means trust, or an invitation to play — it's rarely a request for a belly rub. Most of us guard our tummies, so admire it, don't grab it.
Source: iCatCareHome life
Hiding is how cats cope with new places and noises, including the first day at a boarding home. A box or a covered bed and some patience help; we come out when we're ready.
See a vet if hiding comes with not eating or not using the litter box.
Source: iCatCareCute
Walls on three sides and a view of the door feel safe. A hiding box can even help a cat settle into a new place with less stress.
Source: iCatCareHealth
Not long. A cat who goes without food for a few days can develop a serious liver problem (hepatic lipidosis). Bring your cat's usual food — familiar smells help.
See a vet if your cat has eaten nothing for about 24–48 hours.
Source: Cornell Feline Health CenterHealth
Usually it's an itch (fleas, an allergy) or pain, sometimes stress. Find the cause rather than wait for the fur to grow back.
See a vet — itchy skin and bald patches need a proper check.
Source: Cornell Feline Health CenterHealth
It's called pica — eating things that aren't food. Some cats just love the texture, but swallowed bits can cause a dangerous blockage.
See a vet to look for a cause, and keep strings, wool and plastic bags out of reach meanwhile.
Source: iCatCareHome life
Generally no — most grown-up cats don't digest lactose well, and milk often means an upset tummy. Fresh water is the best drink there is.
Source: ASPCACute
Yes, catnip is harmless. Roughly 70–80% of cats react with a few minutes of rolling, rubbing and silliness, then lose interest for a while.
Source: iCatCareBehaviour
We're predators — we hunt even when the bowl is full. Wand toys, games of “catch” and puzzle feeders give the hunt somewhere happy to go.
Source: iCatCareGeneral guidance from cat people, not a diagnosis. If your cat seems unwell, in pain, or stops eating, please see a vet.
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