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Why learn to recognize that your cat is stressed

  • Well-Being

    Identifying stress allows you to address the issue promptly, ensuring your cat's emotional and physical well-being

  • Stronger Bond

    Reducing your cat's stress and providing comfort strengthens your bond, leading to a happier and healthier relationship

  • Prevent Behavioral Problems

    Early intervention can prevent stress-related behavioral issues like aggression or litter box problems

"Signs Your Cat Is Stressed"

Signs your cat is stressed

• Changes in behavior. Including but not limited to excessive meowing, aggression, increased vocalization, excessive grooming or scratching


• Body language. Subtle body language signals include yawning, blinking, or lip licking. More obvious stress signals include flat ears, a lowered head and/or arched back


• Balding. This can happen from excessive licking associated with stress


• Changes in litter box behavior. If your cat starts eliminating outside of the litter box, it could be a sign that they are feeling stressed.


• Changes in appetite. Stress can lead to a loss of appetite or overeating in some cats