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What does it mean when a cat meows for a long time?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Lucas Davis
Cats that meow for a long time may be in heat, so they meow to attract cats of the opposite sex. In addition, cats may meow for a long time when they are angry, hungry, thirsty, or feeling unwell, so owners need to make judgments based on the cat's other behaviors. It should be noted that if the cat’s spirit and appetite have been affected, it means that the cat may be sick and bark for a long time because of physical discomfort. It needs to go to the pet hospital for examination and treatment immediately to avoid delaying the condition.

1. In heat

When a cat is in heat, it will make various sounds to attract cats of the opposite sex. The sounds at this time will sound more miserable, a bit like a child crying, and the cat will also Symptoms such as urinating indiscriminately and sticking out the buttocks appear. In this case, if the owner needs the cat to breed offspring, he can look for cats of the opposite sex to mate. If the owner has no plans to breed the cat, he can take the cat to a pet hospital for sterilization after the cat is in heat.

2. Angry

Cats are very territorial animals. If they feel that their territory or safety is threatened, they will make a particularly sharp cry to intimidate the other party. , and at the same time, the back will arch and the hair will explode. At this time, the cat may attack at any time, so it is recommended that the owner not touch the cat at will to avoid injury.

3. Hungry or thirsty

When a cat feels hungry or thirsty, it will also bark at its owner to remind the owner to give it food. . At this time, the cat's meowing sound will usually be more urgent, and it may also circle around the owner. At this time, the owner can feed the cat some cat food and plenty of water, and then it will stop barking.

4. Feeling unwell

Cats will also meow miserably when they feel unwell, and may also experience abnormalities such as listlessness, loss of appetite, and abnormal urination and defecation. It is recommended that owners take their cats to the pet hospital for examination as soon as they discover abnormalities, and then treat them accordingly based on the examination results to avoid worsening of the condition.