If the condition is mild, it can usually heal on its own, but if the condition is more severe, it usually cannot. Whether a cat's depression can heal itself needs to be judged according to the specific situation. If the condition is mild, cats generally do not need special treatment, but cats with more severe conditions need to go to a regular pet hospital for examination and then proceed under the guidance of a doctor. Psychological and drug treatment can prevent the disease from getting worse.
1. What are the causes of cat depression?
Cat depression may be caused by abuse, lack of companionship, abandonment, etc. For example, being abused by the owner, lack of time with the owner, being abandoned by the owner, etc., will It has a certain impact on the cat's psychology, and symptoms generally include timidity, anorexia, etc. If the cat has a strong constitution, the symptoms are mild at this time, and the cat is in a good mental state, usually no medication is needed. After strengthened management, a cure can be achieved. Strengthening management usually involves playing with the cat, soothing the cat's emotions, etc.
2. What are the symptoms of depression in cats?
If a cat is in poor physical condition, it may develop symptoms such as listlessness, droopy ears, lethargy, weight loss, and self-mutilation after depression. The condition is more serious at this time and usually does not heal on its own. If left untreated, the condition may worsen and become life-threatening.
3. How to treat and care for cat depression
At this time, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital in time, and then improve it through psychological counseling under the guidance of a doctor, which can make the cat’s overall condition better. Relax your mind and reduce your fear of the surrounding environment. You also need to take antidepressant medication as directed by your doctor. Owners should not give medications to cats when they are depressed, because improper use of medication may cause abnormalities in the cat's physical condition and affect its own recovery. During the recovery period, you can give the cat some canned foods or snacks that he likes to eat, which can increase interest and help with recovery from the disease.
