Common Behavior Problems cat
Problem Behavior When Left Alone
Cats rarely develop separation anxiety problems that are so common
in dogs. Most cats aren’t bothered by your routine, daily
absences. Your cat may take these opportunities however to do things
you don’t allow her to do when you are home, such as getting
on the counters, looking for food in the trash or lying on furniture
she shouldn’t. You may be able to prevent these behaviors
by using harmless “booby-traps” such as
SSSCat™.
Cats sometimes are anxious and distressed when left alone for longer
times, such as when you go on vacation or away for the weekend.
Your cat may not eat well, may hide from the person you’ve
arranged to come in to care for her, may meow
a lot or not
use her litterbox reliably.
Because these signs can also be indications that your cat is ill,
you should have her checked thoroughly by your veterinarian. Check
with your cat caretaker to be sure that this person is keeping the
box just as clean as you would if you were home. If she isn’t,
that’s most likely the reason for your cat’s soiling
behavior.
Your cat is not relieving herself outside the box because she is
mad at you for leaving her. Animals don’t do things for mean-spirited
reasons.
We don’t recommend jumping the gun and acquiring a new cat
to keep your present cat company. Your cat may not be the type to
enjoy having another cat around, and if
the cats don’t get along, you haven’t helped
your cat.
If your cat is distressed enough when left alone for this to be
a problem for either you or her, schedule
a consultation with us so we can best help you. We
can give you ideas that are likely to help your cat better adjust
to your absences. |