I adopted a 3-year-old cat from a rescue centre on 14th March at 5pm. He's FIV+. We brought him home and his settling in went brilliantly, except that when it's bedtime or when we go into another room, he suddenly starts meowing his head off.
I’d like to know if there's any way to get him to stop or to get him to sleep at the same time as us?
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Ours does that too, but much less often since he’s had a little soft toy that he carries around in his mouth at the time. He even goes to fetch it from another room. He’s 19 – we only adopted him five months ago.
Hi,
One of the two female cats I adopted meowed for three nights straight before she finally settled in. And even with earplugs, I could still hear her! ^^
Your cat is in an unfamiliar environment with strangers at the moment, but once he’s settled and feels safe, things will get back to normal. They're very territorial animals!
My puss took a few days before she’d use her scratching post, and now she uses it every time she walks past it!
Be patient; good things come to those who wait. You’ll soon get to know his personality and have a new 'friend' in the house. Thank you for such a kind gesture.
Hi there,
It’s completely normal for your cat to meow to get into your bedroom; he simply wants some attention, especially since he’s just moved into a new environment. If you don't want to let him in to sleep with you, you’ll need to make sure he has everything he needs to be left alone at night: a comfy bed, water, food and toys.
However, some cats also vocalise at night because they feel disorientated, particularly if they are suffering from high blood pressure. These are usually conditions seen in older cats, such as chronic kidney disease, hyperthyroidism or diabetes, which can all lead to hypertension. That said, if this carries on, don't hesitate to get in touch with your vet.
Have a good day.
Caroline – Vet student, representative for the ProVéto Junior veterinary consultancy
