So, here's the thing: I've got a cat who does nothing but lick the blanket in her bed or on my bed. At first I thought it was just a habit, but now I'm not sure... HELP ME!!
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It might be because she was separated from her mum too young. Like cats that knead (or 'make biscuits'). My son's cat used to suckle on... my hair. Mounette still has the odd moment, every now and then, where she starts kneading.
Hi there,
I’ve just been reading through your comments, thanks for joining in. I just wanted to say that if a cat, no matter their age, is constantly licking the floor, blankets or other places instead of their own fur when grooming, you really should see a vet and get some blood tests done. It could actually be a digestive issue or even diabetes. If you notice your cat is non-stop licking or nibbling at things, it’s vital to have them checked over. It’s also worth reading up on "Healthy Cat" guides and other info.
K.
But there you go! So you don’t actually know at all what age she was taken away from her mum? If she was separated from her mother too young, she’ll be acting as if she’s nursing to comfort herself; it’s a bit like when she was a tiny kitten, snuggled up against her mum suckling 😉 Try to discourage it a little bit if you can though ;) How long has she been doing this for?
So, I’ve also got a 7-month-old kitten who licks my blanket and I don’t know why. At first I thought it was just because it tasted nice, but now she’s doing it way too much. It’s been over 3 months since she started – please help! 😐
Did she lose her mum? If she lost her mum when she was a baby, she wouldn't have been able to nurse from her anymore, so maybe that’s why she’s suckling on your blankie.
