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Why does a cat’s back arch?

Pet Knowledge
This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy
A cat's back may be arched due to playing, seeking attention from the owner, expressing emotions, being frightened, stretching, calcium deficiency, etc. If it is caused by playing, seeking attention from the owner, expressing emotions, being frightened, stretching and stretching, then arching the cat's back is a normal physiological phenomenon and does not require medication. If calcium deficiency causes other symptoms of discomfort in the body, such as abnormal bone development, limited activity, mental abnormalities, etc., drug treatment is required. If necessary, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular pet hospital for a comprehensive examination in time, and then cooperate with the doctor for treatment according to the specific cause of the disease.

1. Play

If the cat feels more comfortable around it and feels more relaxed, it will arch its back. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and does not require special treatment.

2. Seeking the owner’s attention

If the cat feels bored, it will attract the owner’s attention by arching its back. At this time, it is recommended that the owner play with the cat, which can alleviate the problem. This situation.

3. Emotional expression

If the cat feels that the surrounding environment is unsafe or the body is in pain, it will express it by arching its back, which can let the owner understand its specific situation. Condition.

4. Being frightened

If a cat is frightened, it will feel scared and its back will arch, which can relieve the fright of the body.

5. Stretching

If a cat just wakes up, it will arch its back to stretch its muscles and bones. It is a stretching action. It is a normal phenomenon and does not require medication.

6. Calcium deficiency

If a cat is often picky about food, it will lead to a lack of a large amount of calcium in the body, which will affect bone development and cause back bone damage. This situation occurs. Calcium tablets need to be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

In daily life, cats can be fed cat food containing calcium and other trace elements, and appropriate amounts of chicken breast, beef and nutritional paste are also needed to supplement the body with nutrients and benefit bone development.