Cat behavior is a very interesting area to study. Once you start to learn about cat behavior you will have a new appreciation for our furry friends. Most people only become interested in cat behavior when they have behavioral problems.
For most people their interest in cat behavior starts and ends with behavior problems. The two most common cat behavior problems are cats not using the litter box, and feline aggression. Cat behavior problems are the most common reason why owners give their cats up and over to shelters.
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For most owners this is a heart breaking ordeal because most have tried almost anything to try and help their cat. When dealing with a cat behavior problem most people at first hope it goes away, but after a while they realize they are going to have to deal with it.
Some people start off talking with friends and co-workers about the situation before seeking veterinary help. Once they get to the veterinarian, some realize that veterinarians aren’t necessarily trained in how to deal with cat behavior problems. Their main focus is medicine, and if a cat is having a behavior problems are likely to offer medication first.
The veterinary profession is really starting to change and now it is easier to find a veterinarian who are more focused on cat behavior.
If you are dealing with a cat behavior problem it is important to quickly try to resolve the issue with professional help. The main problem is people waiting too long to get help for their cat. Once a behavior becomes learned and ingrained in an animal it is hard to change them even if the initial problem has resolved.
Luke Blaise
Showing posts with label cat not using litter box. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cat not using litter box. Show all posts
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Monday, July 2, 2007
Cat Not Using Litter Box
Cats not using the litter box is one of the top complaints of cat owners. Why don’t cats want to use the litter box? What can I do to quickly solve the problem? Fortunately many people have been in your shoes before, so there are lots of answers out there.
Cat behavior problems are one of the main reasons why cats are given over to shelters by their owners. The two most common cat behavior problems involve the cat not using the litter box, and feline aggression.
Cats not using the litter box can be divided into two primary categories; medical and non medical causes. Medical causes could include common diseases like feline lower urinary tract syndrome or lower urinary tract syndromes. Common signs of these are cats frequently urinating in small amounts or painful urinating.
Non-medical causes of cats not using the litter box are primarily due to stress. This stress could be from a new baby or visitor in the house, or even something seemingly as minor as a change in the household routine.
Some causes of cats not using the litter box, have nothing to do with them but with us. Sometimes we forget and close the door leading to the litter box shutting off access to use the litter box. Sometimes we place litter boxes near noisy washing machines that scare the cat away.
Whenever you encounter your cat not using the litter box you should first seek veterinary help. They are the experts in ruling out medical versus non-medical causes of behavior problems.
Luke Blaise
Cat behavior problems are one of the main reasons why cats are given over to shelters by their owners. The two most common cat behavior problems involve the cat not using the litter box, and feline aggression.
Cats not using the litter box can be divided into two primary categories; medical and non medical causes. Medical causes could include common diseases like feline lower urinary tract syndrome or lower urinary tract syndromes. Common signs of these are cats frequently urinating in small amounts or painful urinating.
Non-medical causes of cats not using the litter box are primarily due to stress. This stress could be from a new baby or visitor in the house, or even something seemingly as minor as a change in the household routine.
Some causes of cats not using the litter box, have nothing to do with them but with us. Sometimes we forget and close the door leading to the litter box shutting off access to use the litter box. Sometimes we place litter boxes near noisy washing machines that scare the cat away.
Whenever you encounter your cat not using the litter box you should first seek veterinary help. They are the experts in ruling out medical versus non-medical causes of behavior problems.
Luke Blaise
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Common Cat Behavior Problems Your Cat Can Get
Cats evolved as wild animals and with their domestication has come some problems that go along with that. The two most common behavioral problems seen with some cats are litter box
problems and aggression issues.
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Cat behavior problems can be one of the more frustrating experiences for cat owners, and it is the most common reason cats are often given over to shelters by their owners only to fall into to the hands of another unsuspecting owner.
Cats not using the litter box are the most common behavior problem. Sometimes this can be due to a medical problem but often times it can be due to other issues. Issues like stress, is a big reason why a lot of cats stop using the litter box.
Aggression is another one of the most common behavioral problem cats can get. This can range from biting your toes, to aggressively attacking the owner, to attacking other cats. Some cats can even have displaced aggression taking out their aggression on inanimate objects. Biting is a common problem owners have and this can be due to several things, from a cat learning that if they bite the owner’s toe they get attention, to not know that they should shield their teeth when they play.
Cats waking owners up too early in the morning is another behavior problem many owners wish to change in their cats. Cats nap at all times of the day for short durations, so while you are trying to catch up on some sleep your well rested cat wants to burn off some energy by playing with you.
One simple ways to cure this problem is to simply play with your cat at night before bed time so they are more tired and will sleep longer in the morning. If you do this over a period of a couple of weeks you should be able to change your cat's sleeping cycle.
Cats are prone to many behavioral problems, many of which can be prevented by giving your cat a stable environment in which to live. Remember simply playing with your cat daily even for fifteen minutes will give them a chance to burn some extra energy and hopefully stay out of trouble.
problems and aggression issues.
{Get even more answers here: Solutions to Cat Behavior Problems}
Cat behavior problems can be one of the more frustrating experiences for cat owners, and it is the most common reason cats are often given over to shelters by their owners only to fall into to the hands of another unsuspecting owner.
Cats not using the litter box are the most common behavior problem. Sometimes this can be due to a medical problem but often times it can be due to other issues. Issues like stress, is a big reason why a lot of cats stop using the litter box.
Aggression is another one of the most common behavioral problem cats can get. This can range from biting your toes, to aggressively attacking the owner, to attacking other cats. Some cats can even have displaced aggression taking out their aggression on inanimate objects. Biting is a common problem owners have and this can be due to several things, from a cat learning that if they bite the owner’s toe they get attention, to not know that they should shield their teeth when they play.
Cats waking owners up too early in the morning is another behavior problem many owners wish to change in their cats. Cats nap at all times of the day for short durations, so while you are trying to catch up on some sleep your well rested cat wants to burn off some energy by playing with you.
One simple ways to cure this problem is to simply play with your cat at night before bed time so they are more tired and will sleep longer in the morning. If you do this over a period of a couple of weeks you should be able to change your cat's sleeping cycle.
Cats are prone to many behavioral problems, many of which can be prevented by giving your cat a stable environment in which to live. Remember simply playing with your cat daily even for fifteen minutes will give them a chance to burn some extra energy and hopefully stay out of trouble.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Investigating Litter Box Issues
When a cat stops using the litter box and starts using your bed or couch it becomes a very frustrating experience for the cat owner. By taking some simple steps to investigate the litter box issue you might find an easy solution.
Cats can stop using the litter box for any number of reasons. Some are health related and some can be pure behavioral, and some can be neither.
Forget the litter box all together by training your cat to use the toilet!
One of the most common reasons for a cat to stop using the litter box might be due to a urinary tract infection. Signs of this might be frequent urination, straining to urinate, or blood in the urine. If your cat is showing these signs you should seek veterinarian assistance.
If your cat has a really sudden behavior change and stops using the litter also seek veterinary help because this might be due to a hormonal problem.
If your cat is older, your litter box might have sides that are too high for your cat to jump in and out of the litter box comfortably. If you have large heavy cat your litter box might be too small for it. There can be many simple reasons why your cat has stopped using the litter box, you just have to try and do some problem solving.
Some other simple reasons why your cat might have stopped using the litter box is because it was placed near a loud washing machine, or maybe the door to the room where the litter box is was accidentally closed.
By taking the time to investigate litter box problems you might find that there is a simple solution. If you need help ask your veterinarian for assistance.
Luke
Cats can stop using the litter box for any number of reasons. Some are health related and some can be pure behavioral, and some can be neither.
Forget the litter box all together by training your cat to use the toilet!
One of the most common reasons for a cat to stop using the litter box might be due to a urinary tract infection. Signs of this might be frequent urination, straining to urinate, or blood in the urine. If your cat is showing these signs you should seek veterinarian assistance.
If your cat has a really sudden behavior change and stops using the litter also seek veterinary help because this might be due to a hormonal problem.
If your cat is older, your litter box might have sides that are too high for your cat to jump in and out of the litter box comfortably. If you have large heavy cat your litter box might be too small for it. There can be many simple reasons why your cat has stopped using the litter box, you just have to try and do some problem solving.
Some other simple reasons why your cat might have stopped using the litter box is because it was placed near a loud washing machine, or maybe the door to the room where the litter box is was accidentally closed.
By taking the time to investigate litter box problems you might find that there is a simple solution. If you need help ask your veterinarian for assistance.
Luke
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