A cat's tail standing up may be caused by being coquettish to its owner, being frightened, in heat, suffering from a disease, etc. If it is caused by acting coquettishly to the owner, being frightened, or being in heat, then an erect tail is a normal physiological phenomenon and generally there is no need to worry too much. If the tail is abnormally erect and accompanied by other physical discomforts, such as listlessness, general weakness, etc., it indicates that the body is suffering from other diseases. It is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for treatment in time, and then find out the cause and take targeted measures. measures to treat.
1. Act coquettishly to the owner
A cat’s tail usually hangs down. When it is raised up, it means that the surrounding environment is more comfortable. If the cat puts its tail up to act coquettishly towards its owner, then the owner You can stroke the cat's head or body parts with your hands. This is a normal phenomenon and generally does not require special treatment.
2. Being frightened
If a cat is frightened, it will show fear and fear, and will be aggressive. It will raise its tail to increase vigilance. When it sees its owner, There will be a sense of security, and the upright tail will gradually droop and then return to normal.
3. In Estrus
During the period of estrus, a cat will take the initiative to straighten its tail, and then raise its buttocks, which will attract male cats to approach, and it will also be more sensitive to the approach of other cats. When it is in estrus, After the period has passed, the position of the tail will return to the normal range. At this time, the owner needs to give the cat a mate in time to reduce the pain caused by estrus to the body and meet the physiological needs of the cat's body.
3. Suffering from a disease
If a cat is suffering from a disease, its body will be in pain, and it may put its tail up to let the owner observe itself. It is recommended that the owner take the cat away in time Go to the hospital for treatment, otherwise it will easily affect your body's recovery.
