A lot of cats develop osteoarthritis
and experience pain that makes them stop practicing self-grooming
properly. As a result of this, these
cats start developing mats on the fur over the body parts in pain. Then there are also some cats in pain
eventually causing skin trauma on sore spots by over-grooming.
These cats who feel pain might become withdrawn and refuse to interact with their human companions, might engage less with their environments, and start hiding. They might also drink and eat less. Sleeping patterns could change, with some sleeping less and some sleeping more. These cats might start sleeping in odd positions or in unusual areas. There are even cats in pain who develop potty issues since it becomes challenging to get in the litter box and out. They might also have a hard time squatting, thus, might pee over the litter box walls.
Any of these or perhaps even all of the above changes might tell you that your cat is experiencing pain and needs to be checked by your veterinarian. The sooner the pain is identified and managed, the better your pet’s quality of living will become. You, your family, and your cat can then go back to your usual daily routine.
If you have concerns about your pet's health and/or behavior, make an appointment with your veterinary hospital Washington DC.
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