4 Behaviors Cats Show When They are Bored

Описание: 1. Interrupt The Owner
There may be times when your cat interrupts you when you are focused on watching TV, reading books,
or looking at your phone.
This is a behavior that your bored cat may show
to ask for your attention.
When this happens, you should stop what you’re doing, however interesting it is, and play with your cat.

2. Over-Grooming
Cats are neat animals, so they like to clean themselves up.
Therefore, cats groom themselves almost everyday.
However, if your cat is grooming for longer than usual,
it could signal that he/she lacks affection, is bored, or stressed.
You should take extra caution
especially if your cat is licking one area intensively
or grooming until his/her hair falls out.

3. Vocalizing Sounds
If cats look at their owner
and meow like they are calling for him/her,
it could mean that they are bored.
When cats have to ask for something, they make a long, high-pitched crying sound.
But, when they are bored, they make low-pitched sounds.
Especially, if they stop crying and stare straight at the owner
when their eyes meet,
they are sending a signal that they’re bored and want to play.
When this happens, you should gently call your cat’s name
or pat him/her and play together.

4. Pace Around The Same Spot
Due to their wild instincts,
cats have a tendency to patrol their surroundings.
This is to see if there are any dangers
or predators around.
However, if your cat paces around the same spot,
this can mean that they are bored
and trying to find something fun.
In this case, you should give your cat toys and play hunting games together.

Why You Should Play With Your Cat
As house cats stay indoors,
they do not need to hunt.
Therefore, it is not easy to expend their energy.
If your cat keeps on feeling bored,
they will not only lose their drive and be stressed out,
but also their health will deteriorate due to lack of exercise.
You should play with your cat for at least 30 minutes a day
to relieve their boredom and build a stronger bond.