Cat Scratching Floor While Drinking

Kneading is a sign of contentment.

Cat scratching floor while drinking.

Kneading the floor. Inexplicably he begins pawing at the floor around his bowl trying to hide his leftovers. They are burying it to save for later. Joined jul 12 2007 messages 44 reaction score 1.

The reasons for the behaviors are different for both of the situations that you have asked about. It is very common for a cat to scratch the area around their food and water. My cat nacho sometimes scratches the floor before drinking water from his water cup i have seen this behavoir in other cats also does. Cat scratching the floor before drinking water.

When your cat kneads its paws it may be anticipating a pleasant experience such as eating a. While it can be somewhat annoying for cat owners to have their pets scratching their carpets or tiles after every meal this behavior is completely harmless for the cat. Start date apr 4 2008. Apr 4 2008 1 kunalen tcs member thread starter.

Because it can be difficult to diagnose flea infestation in cats some veterinarians recommend trying reliable flea control products purchased from a veterinary office for six to eight weeks to see if it reduces the incidence of licking scratching or chewing. Cats who scratch the floor or wall after using the litter box are usually making a comment about the litter box itself and or the litter that is being used. Click to share on facebook opens in new window. So unless carpets or furniture are damaged there is no need for the owners to intervene in any way.

It is a habit that comes from instinct and is most common on outdoor cats or. A cat sits and screams at her water bowl for several minutes before taking a drink and the behavior has been going on for four years. Kitty has just enjoyed another tasty meal from his food dish. Continued treatment for your cat s scratching licking and chewing.

While it seems strange to you it s perfectly natural and a throwback to kitty s wild origins.