The Most Things Cats Hate, Cat Lovers Must Understand
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VIVA – Cats are one of the animals that are loved by many people because adorable behavior. It turns out that there are some things that cats don't like. Sometimes the cat will look irritated and agitated which is a sign that something is bothering the cat.
As a cat owner or lover, you must understand what the cat is feeling. Here are some things that cats hate, as reported through thesprucepets.com
1. Cats Don't Like Feeling Lonely
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Cats are known as lively and playful animals. It turns out that cats don't like loneliness. Cats crave attention, companionship, and love from humans. Cats love to be pampered by their owners. Cats will feel restless and upset if left by their owners for a very long time.
2. Cats Don't Like Dirty Litter Boxes
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Just like people, using a dirty toilet in public or at home is disgusting, isn't it? It turns out that cats also feel the same way with their litter box.
Cats also don't like dirty litter boxes, so it's important to clean them every day, depending on the number of cats you have and their habit of using the litter box. So, ensure your cat gets clean so it doesn't feel upset and anxious.
3. Cats Don't Like Stale Food
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Cats don't like spoiled food. In addition to bad smells, cats can be exposed to bacteria such as Salmonella and Staphylococcus. Both of these bacteria can grow on food that is too old or stale. Whenever serving cat food, be sure to check the expiration date on wet and dry food.
4. Cats Don't Like to Take Medicine
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Most cats don't like when they have to take medicine, usually, they will foam in their mouth or vomit it. To overcome this, you must train the cat well. So, cats can cooperate when it comes to taking medicine.
Train your cat to feel comfortable being handled, associating it with something positive like giving it a small treat. Then, set a treatment schedule, so you know what to expect and when. If you're still struggling with administering pills, there are plenty of snacks with pouches designed to hold the pills.
5. Cats Don't Like Touched Too Aggressively
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Cats love to be touched or pampered by their owners. However, there are some parts that cats hate to touch. If you touch a cat the wrong way, it will hiss, scratch, and even bite. Cats can be very sensitive to touch stimuli, so it's important to know where and how to pet a cat.
Usually, they are most fond of being petted on the head and neck, while the thing that cats dislike is when their whole body is touched and aggressively.
6. Cats Don't Like Competed by Other Cats
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Whether fighting over food, space, toys, or the attention of their owners, cats can become jealous of one another. In some cases, this jealousy can manifest as aggression and depending on the situation.
For example, if a house cat feels threatened by an outside cat but is unable to attack it, the house cat may direct its aggression toward other cats in the house.
7. Cats Don't Like Loud Sounds
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Cats do not like to hear noises that are too loud, such as thunderstorms, fights, and fireworks. A lot of loud noises can be stressful for a cat.
Stress experienced by cats from loud noises can lead to some behavioral and health problems, including anxiety, aggression, or depression as well as hair loss, lack of appetite, and over-grooming.
It might be a bit difficult, but try to limit the cat from loud noises. Keep the cat in a quiet and safe place when guests arrive or during bad weather, and avoid playing loud music.
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