If your cat will not stop meowing, it can not only be annoying, but sometimes worrisome as well. This can be happening for a number of reasons, usually none of which are anything serious. Read on for more information on why your cat might be meowing nonstop.
Causes
Usually, cat meow for the same reason as babies would cry. Cat meow to tell their owner they’re hungry, thirsty, or want some attention. Kittens, on the other hand, have some more specific reasons why they may meow. Kittens sometimes meow when they have hypothermia, or when pushing out waste, so pay close attention to their health. Kittens under four months old cannot urinate or defecate unless their genitals or anal areas are stimulated. This might cause them pain and frustration, therefore causing them to meow. In general, different breeds of cats meow more than others. For example, a Siamese cat usually meows more frequently than other cat breeds.
Solutions
The following tips might work to calm a constantly meowing cat:
– Satisfy any of the cat needs or wants. Clean the cat litter box regularly, supply their bowls with food and water regularly, and play with cat regularly.
– Ignore the cat. Ignoring the cat’s meow can discourage the cat from meowing because you are not showing any reaction.
– Use a water spray bottle. When spraying water in a cat’s face, this delivers the message, “Stop.”
– Scold the cat when meowing, and praise them for stopping.
If none of these solutions work, the problem might be more serious. You should take your cat to their veterinarian as soon as possible. If you are looking for a veterinarian in your area, use TalkLocal. Simply enter a brief description of your cat’s symptoms along with your location and availability, and TalkLocal will do the rest. Within minutes, you will be connected to multiple highly rated veterinarians willing to help.
