Why do cats meow and what to do about it?

Domestic pets are not only true friends and silent interlocutors, but also significant efforts that await all the owners without exception. Quite often, cats start to meow and show signs of strong anxiety - there are several reasons explaining this behavior of the animal.

Let us dwell on each of them and tell you how to deal with the problem.

There are quite a few nuances explaining this strange behavior of an animal. In any case, every breeder must clearly understand that cats just do not meow - this is a kind of cat's tongue, and making his guttural sounds, the animal tries to attract human attention. If this changes its appearance or behavior, it makes sense to look more closely at your pet.

The development of viral, infectious and fungal diseases brings significant discomfort to animals, the cat notifies about all the unpleasant processes occurring in the body, with a loud meow.

The most common pathologies of fluffies are:

• helminth infection - in this case, the animal not only makes loud sounds, the disease is often accompanied by vomiting, upset stools, trembling in the body and an attempt to “scratch” the anus on a sofa or carpet;
• gastrointestinal problems - when the cat meows before or during a visit to the tray, most likely, the process of emptying it is difficult, and this directly indicates the pathological processes in the body;
• tick infestation - in this case, the cat is not only screaming, it is still tossing about the apartment and combing its ears and muzzle to bleed;
• viral diseases - first of all they appear in the hoarse aura of the animal, while the pet most often lies motionless, refusing not only to eat, but even to move.

Often the reason for the loud meow is the usual spoiled pet. Owners who, from early childhood, have accustomed their cat to an excess of affection and attention, after a while begin to pay for their mistakes - the cat is used to getting everything she wants, at the first call, and if for some reason she does not see such a familiar reaction , it angers her. She is trying to achieve what she needs by accompanying her demands with loud cries.

In such a situation, there is only one way out - gradually retraining your cat, showing her that indulgence in all the whims is no longer welcome.

Especially often it takes place in small kittens separated from their mother - the baby is sad at first time in a new place of residence, often crying, quite loudly and very plaintively. At this moment he needs the support of a person, his attention, caress and distracting games.

Anxiety - if the animal starts to fuss, move from room to room and at the same time make loud sounds, then, most likely, the pet anticipates the approach of some unpleasant event: natural disaster or misfortune.

In addition, there are meteosensitive cats that respond to changing weather conditions with loud sounds.

Very often, cats with their “meows” respond to their master's poorly good behavior.Unfortunately, not all breeders treat their pets with care and attention - while the kitten is small, it causes delight and affection, and when it becomes large and shows character, it begins to cause irritation and receive slaps and even kicks. In this case, a loud cry becomes for the cat a way to protect itself - he tries to “frighten” his master and drive him away from his individual space.

In this case, it is very important to change the attitude towards your four-legged friend.

Cat screams are often due to age characteristics. For example, small kittens, like children, love to complain about the various difficulties and obstacles that they encounter on the way - cute fluffy lumps show their anxiety precisely by meowing. However, sometimes the reasons are not needed: the kid can issue a battle cry only in order to attract the attention of his masters - this is completely normal. Owners of a kitten should be wary only if the baby cries constantly - then it is necessary as soon as possible to identify the cause of the anxiety and eliminate it.

Most often, the reasons for the loud cry of kittens are the following.

• Situation change - when the kitten is in a new family or in a new house, it is always stressful for him. In this situation, the owner should surround the baby with affection, and his anxiety will quickly pass.
• Hunger - small kittens need more frequent nutrition than adult cats. Depending on the return, he should eat from 4 to 7 times a day, therefore it is important that the feeding trough is constantly filled and there is free access to water.
• Difficult situation - often inquisitive kittens in their attempts to explore the environment are in a difficult situation, for example, they climb into a high place, from which they can not descend. In this case, a loud meow, they call their masters for help.

Problems occur not only in babies, but also in older cats. Unfortunately, age does not spare anyone - not only people, but also animals.

When a cat steps over a five or six year line, it is best to regularly show it to a veterinarian so that in the event of illness, take immediate steps to alleviate the condition of the animal.

In addition, older cats often feel very sad, feel lonely and try to get rid of this feeling in every way. They will no longer play at this age, but they are unlikely to refuse to lie in the hands of their master. Do not deny them in this simple sign of attention - if you do not give the cat the necessary portion of love and caress during the day, it will certainly require their own at night.

A loud cry is accompanied by the approach of estrus in an adult sexually mature cat, and in cats, sexual desire causes uterine screams. The physical desire, which did not find satisfaction, brings not only psychological, but also strong physical discomfort to the animal - pets try to attract the attention of the opposite sex by shouting, signaling about their readiness for mating.

Taking the kitten, it should be borne in mind that if the animal is not on samovygul, then such concerts will be held regularly, and the owners will have to either accept this or sterilize / castrate their fluffy pet.

If the cat began to meow loudly and for a long time, then first of all you should take a closer look and pay attention to the attendant changes in her behavior.

• If the cat refuses to eat, although the bowl is filled with food - most likely, the animal is hungry, but the proposed food does not suit her.
• If the cat meows on the background of a long refusal from the toilet - the pet is faced with indigestion.
• When a cat's crying is accompanied by a change in behavior, for example, it becomes sluggish or itches often, and also if the mucous eyes of the cat become inflamed and the coat dims - the animal becomes ill. The causes of the disease can only find out the vet.
• But if your pet starts hiding behind furniture, huddling against the walls, then he feels fear - most often this happens when a cat finds itself in a new place of residence or when confronted with cruel treatment by people.
• If the cat is pressed against the batteries and is looking for warm places - the animal is frozen. If a furry friend begins to literally “tail” go after his master - most likely, your friend hints that he wants to play with you or get his portion of love and caress.
• During sex hunting, the cats begin to mark the corners in the house, and the cats stand in the “ready pose” and lift the tail.
• Cats are clean animals, and they will never walk in a dirty tray, so if an animal meows near the toilet, change the filler as soon as possible.
• Older cats often suffer from Alzheimer's disease. In this case, the animal often crashes into the walls, stops responding to the name, can stand in one place for a long time with an empty look, sometimes making loud noises.

Methods of dealing with a cat meow are directly dependent on the causes that cause it. Keep in mind that felines are mostly nocturnal animals. During the day they like to sleep, and at night they start to run, to rustle in packages, to ride and flirt with the owner; if he does not reciprocate, they start shouting and attacking invisible enemies.

If the cat has all the signs of the disease, only the doctor can prescribe the treatment, who will carry out all the necessary examinations and select the necessary medicines.

Caress, warmth and a friendly attitude will help to cope with the changed circumstances, if you wish, you can drink a course of sedation.

When the cat is frozen, try to increase the air temperature in the room, and if this is not possible - arrange a warm house for your pet.

To cope with the sexual hunt will be much more difficult.

If you are opposed to such radical measures as sterilization and castration, then ask the veterinarian to prescribe drugs that block the hunt, for example, "Sex-barrier" or "Gestrenol". Keep in mind that all of them contain hormones and have many contraindications, so many owners simply "survive" these troubled days.

When a cat screams, it is strictly forbidden:

• succumb to her provocations - to play or feed in addition only to keep the pet silent;
• swearing or slapping pussy - remember that these animals are very vindictive and "payback" will not be slow to wait;
• pour water over the animal;
• blowing a cat's nose.

To calm your pet requires a strong nervous system and excellent shutter speed. Try to keep your emotions under control, and even in the most tense moments, do not break down and do not shout at the cat, much less resort to violence. Only affection, understanding and love will help you cope with the problem and achieve the desired result.

The reasons why a cat may meow are listed in the video below.