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Is your cat too clingy? Are you having trouble getting anything done because your cat is constantly underfoot or on your lap or laying on your paperwork or needlework? There might be a reason for that.<\/p>\nIs your cat too clingy? Are you having trouble getting anything done because your cat is constantly underfoot or on your lap or laying on your paperwork or needlework? There might be a reason for that.<\/p>\n
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professionals, it could be because of a medical issue or the cat has separation anxiety. It might be breed-related. Some cats are just more cuddly than others. A kitten usually requires a lot of attention because she\u2019s still adapting\u2014getting her bearings in the world. Sometimes the kitten has been moved from her birth place to a shelter, then maybe to a couple of homes before she finds herself in her forever home. She\u2019s insecure and fears that you might disappear in a poof if she closes her eyes, so she keeps her eyes (and her paws) on you.<\/p>\n
According to experts, one thing that can help a clingy A newly adopted cat or a young kitten might eventually outgrow the need for your constant attention and presence, so enjoy those sweet moments while you can.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Is your cat too clingy? Are you having trouble getting anything done because your cat is constantly underfoot or on your lap or laying on your paperwork or needlework? There might be a reason for that. Why does a cat … Continue reading ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/catscapades\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/LilyShoe-e1543403611897-225x300.jpg\")
I\u2019ve had needy kittens and also older cats that suddenly became clingy\u2014my 17-year-old Himalayan, for example. Perhaps she was suffering from a mild case of dementia and needed the extra support and encouragement, or she forgot that she was a bit aloof. If you have a clingy or overly needy cat or kitten, learn more about this here: http:\/\/godkitten.com\/why-is-my-cat-so-clingy\/<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/catscapades\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/pg-8-katie-eyes-300x212.jpg\")
cat become more independent and confident is to add more enrichment to his world\u2014make his surroundings more interesting and challenging. Bring in cat trees, tunnels, and toys. Install perches and ladders for the cat. Build or purchase a catio, for example, where he can spend time out of doors expanding his horizons in a safe place.<\/p>\n