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Why is my cat doing that?
Most of what an indoor cat does has a reason you can work with. Pick the thing you noticed this week. Each topic explains the behavior, the likely cause and one change to try at home, with veterinary sources named.
The ten-minute play routine most cats need
Move a wand toy like prey, once or twice a day, and let the routine finish.
- StalkDrag the toy slowly and let it slip out of sight behind a chair.
- ChasePull it away from your cat, never straight at the face.
- CatchLet your cat win, more than once, before you stop.
- EatA small meal or treat right after closes the loop.
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Guides here are signed by Priya Nolan, a shared pen name, and follow published guidance from veterinary and animal-welfare organizations. This is not veterinary advice: if your cat stops eating, strains in the litter box or changes suddenly, call your veterinarian. An AI tool helps with first drafts and a person checks every guide. About the site