I have this kitten who is about 6 months and he meows a lot, I don’t think he’s injured or anything because he’s always running around playing with my other cats digging into things and purrs loudly. But he’s constantly meowing super loud just noisy almost all the time it’s kinda like he’s talking or something but it really picks up if I close my bedroom door or the bathroom door. I don’t know if this is normal behavior or if he’s okay, he’s a grey tabby cat he’s not fixed yet either so maybe that’s the issue? Picture of an example of what we kinda deal with on a daily basis
Okay I’ll definitely try to do that more, I’m just hoping he’s not stressed or sick and just a naughty kitten because he tears up all of our paper towels and toilet paper and just about anything he feels like destroying lol
Some cats just have a ton of energy! I have a two year old kitty who hasn’t stopped being a kitten at ALL. If I don’t play with him for at least 15 minutes in the morning, he’s a terror. He likes to bring toys to me and play fetch so I make him jump and run up and down stairs to tire him out!
Also try things like keeping a window available for him to look at birds, or try cat videos on YouTube. Some automatic toys are good and I find it’s good to rotate the toys so they are always “new” to the cat. Try arranging your furniture or some boxes differently (like a fort!) so they have something to explore.
I guess this is just a new personality for me my girls calmed down pretty much right after they were fixed they are both lazy and chill but this guy on the other hand is a ball of energy lol, thank you so much for the recommendations I’ll give them a try.
Okay I will do that as soon as I am able, will it ruin his personality like make him less fun? He’s super naughty but he’s so funny and I feel like I’ll miss his personality if he becomes lazy and quiet 😂
Young kitties are cray. Just tons of energy. Our little man is a talker who also regularly pulled down a roll of toilet paper. They eventually mellow out a bit with age. Enjoy the insanity and keep your toes hidden.
Just focusing on his clinginess (for want of a better word) for a minute...
Most cats don't like closed doors in the house, so there's nothing wrong with him there, but it would be kind of interesting to know how old he was when he was separated from his mother. Do you know?
Okay I just checked he was born sometime in October and we got him December 20th. He’s extremely clingy he always needs to be either on me or in close proximity if I’m not he’s meowing loudly even if he’s with me or by me he still meows at me almost like he’s talking I live with my family and he doesn’t cling to them like this. I think it’s because when he was a kitten I slept with him every night and played baby music 😂
I would say that he was probably 6-7 weeks old when you got him based on what you've said (I appreciate the adorable pic, but I really can't tell from that). That's the sweet-spot for human socialization, but maybe a week or two too early to be away from his mother.
But I don't think you have a single thing to worry about! What you have there is a healthy, exuberant cat with a strong personality, who needs lots of engagement and who has clearly bonded to you well.
Neutering him might change his personality slightly for the calmer, but believe me - you really need to do it regardless. Intact toms reek.
Good luck, and I hope you post future updates about his shenanigans!
This was very helpful thank you! And this might be tmi but could intact toms be the reason his behind stinks really bad even after I use cat cleaning wipes? It’s really noticeable and stinky he hasn’t started spraying yet when do you think that’ll start?
Their urine absolutely stinks when they reach maturity, which your little feller either has, or is about to do.
Spraying behavior is unpredictable so don't use that as any sort of indicator. Get him neutered before he starts doing it though, because once it becomes habit, it's a very hard one to break.
He'll be fine, and personally I think you're a great owner for asking the questions and wanting what's best for him. I wish all of you a long and happy life together!
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u/Velvet-Vow 1d ago
Try extra playtime and cozy cuddles