CATDOLL : When do cats show signs of stress?

Cats may experience stress reactions:

1. Unfamiliar environment

If a cat arrives in a new environment, the owner can bring some things or toys that the cat has used, because these things are stained with its smell and can help it relax.

2. The volume is too loud

Cats are very afraid of loud noises, such as thunder and firecrackers, which may cause cats to have stress reactions. When a cat is stressed, parents should try to keep quiet and give the cat a quiet environment to let it recover slowly.

3. Threats from strangers

Some cats are naturally timid, so when they see strangers approaching them, it will make them feel bad and cause a stress reaction. Before guests come, do not let the cat stay by your side, you can put it in a room alone.

4. Go to the veterinary hospital

Many cats don't like going to the hospital because there are many other breeds of dogs in the pet hospital, and the atmosphere of the pet hospital can easily make cats feel nervous. So when parents take cats to the pet hospital, they can bring their favorite toys to give them a little sense of security.

5. Stress response caused by bathing

Most cats don't like to take a bath, because some cats are afraid of water, and some are afraid of the sound of hair dryers. Cats may become listless or overreact after taking a bath, and have little food. Therefore, it is recommended to cultivate the habit of bathing cats from an early age, so that they can get familiar with it and reduce stress.

What are the cat's stress responses?

1. Cats may experience abnormal changes in emotions and behaviors. They may hide in corners and not come out. They may also become irritable and attack their parents and other family members.

2. The cat's nerves will become sensitive, and the slightest movement or sound will cause it to jump around everywhere.

3. Some cats may also experience a decline in mental state and loss of appetite. This stress response may last for about a week.

4. Most stressed cats may develop some heart diseases, such as high blood pressure, shortness of breath, wheezing and other symptoms.

5. Cat stress can also easily cause lower urinary tract diseases in cats. Male cats may experience urethral obstruction and urinary inability. You can feed the cat some Qianbei Mikang beef tablets and observe. If the situation is serious, it is recommended to go to the hospital for catheterization.