It’s always fun to participate in the different pet holidays and observances that happen throughout the year. January has been mostly devoted to our beloved canines. It’s been designated as Walk Your Dog Month and Train Your Dog Month. Plus, there are special celebrations for many different dog breeds. Fluffy hasn’t been completely left out, though. Actually, our feline friends have a pretty important kitty holiday on the 22nd: Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day. In this article by a Olathe, KS veterinarian, we explore some potential inquiries Fluffy may have if given the opportunity to ask.
Do I Even Have A Chance Of Catching That Dot?
The elusive red dot has been aggravating Fluffy for decades. Using a laser pointer is a great way to keep your cat entertained. While your cat may never figure out how to catch her prey, she will certainly have fun trying. Just don’t shine a light in her eyes.
Why Did You Pet Another Kitty?
While Fluffy’s nose isn’t quite as sensitive as Fido’s, it’s still quite astute. If you interact with another cat, your furball may very well pick up the scent. Don’t be surprised if she looks at you with that haughty, judgmental expression kitties do so well.
How Can I Find My Life’s Purrpose?
It’s not clear whether kitties have existential crises or seriously wonder about life’s true meaning. However, it’s safe to assume that many do occasionally contemplate serious topics, such as karma, fate, and mice. Fluffy may also be thinking about wormholes and teleportation. You just never know with cats.
Why Haven’t You Fed Me Yet?
Pets take their meal schedules very seriously. If you’re late with your kitty’s first, second, or third breakfast, she may meow her displeasure. (Be careful not to let your furry pal meowpulate you: cats are very good at cajoling their humans into overfeeding them. This is why so many furballs are becoming butterballs! Ask your Rockbridge, VA veterinarian for nutritional advice.)
Why Won’t You Let Me Go Outside?
Fluffy is much safer indoors than outdoors, where she faces dangers such as weather, cars, and even other cats. Of course, she probably will just yawn and lick her paw if you try to explain that to her.
Why Are You Laughing At Me?
Cats’ funny quirks and antics never cease to make us laugh. You may find yourself giggling when your pet does that hilarious pre-pounce butt wiggle. (Fluffy, however, takes hunting that bottlecap very seriously.)
Why Don’t You Sleep More?
It isn’t unusual for Fluffy to sleep as much as 20 hours a day, but she usually settles for 14 to 16 hours. To your pet, the 6 to 8 hours most people get just isn’t sufficient.
Why Is My Breakfast Late?
We all know that old adage about how breakfast is the most important meal of the day. We have a sneaking suspicion that this is one of Fluffy’s golden rules. If you dare sleep in past your pet’s usual morning mealtime, your furry pal may very well wake you up–perhaps by smacking you with her paw.
Can I Help?
It’s quite amazing how easily our feline pals wrap us around their little paws. They spend most of their time relaxing and being adorable. We provide food, care, lap space, catnip, toys, beds, and boxes. When you pack suitcases, wrap presents, or change sheets, Fluffy might try to lend a helping hand (or paw) out of gratitude. She may also thoughtfully jump into your chair to keep it warm when you get up.
What Are You Doing Now?
Cats like to supervise their humans quite closely. It’s not uncommon for Fluffy to keep an eye on you while you read, cook, do laundry, or fix things. She even follows her humans into the bathroom!
Research shows that kitties constantly track their human companions’ movements using a visual mental ‘map’ of their domains. Think of it like a GPS map, with you as the moving icon. Your pet may become confused or even distressed if she can’t locate you.
What’s Inside There?
Kitties like to keep abreast of everything that is going on in their kingdoms. Your pet will also immediately poke her cute little nose into anything new. For instance, if you open a closet or cupboard that is usually shut, don’t be surprised if Fluffy immediately hops in to investigate.
Why Is The Dog So Weird?
Fido and Fluffy may not always get along, but they are both wonderful pets. They don’t speak the same language, though. Your feline buddy might wonder why Fido follows directions, doesn’t use a litter box, and doesn’t clean himself. (Man’s Best Friend may also have quite a few very valid questions about his feline roommate, but that’s another topic.)
Why Are You Making Me Go In the Car?
Our feline pals are typically known for their tendency to prefer staying indoors. Even when given the chance to venture outside, they often choose to stay within close proximity of their home. However, Fluffy isn’t too thrilled about being put in a carrier and taken on a car ride. It’s safe to say that car rides upset kitties more than their actual appointments.
Don’t let your pet’s opinion about travel sway you. Proper veterinary care is essential for Fluffy’s health and happiness! If your feline pal hasn’t been in for a while, schedule an appointment with your Rockbridge, VA veterinarian today!
Where Did All My Toys Go?
Have you ever discovered a pile of cat toys under your chairs, beds, or sofa? Your furry friend may very well have smacked a small mountain of toys out of reach.
Why Did My Sunbeam Go Away?
Even though Fluffy doesn’t run on solar power, she loves snoozing in sunny places to recharge. She may very well be wondering why she can’t always catch sunbeams.
Why Did You Wake Me Up?
Kitties are very sleepy: these guys can spend up to 20 hours a day snoozing. They’re also very opportunistic nappers. Fluffy will fall asleep pretty much anywhere. At some point, you’ll move your furry friend off of something that isn’t supposed to be a cat bed. This could be your laptop, a casserole dish, your sock drawer, or, well, just about anything!
Why Don’t You Play With Me?
It’s always fun and cute seeing a kitty hard at play. However, many furballs have a penchant for batting their toys around in the middle of the night, when their humans are sleeping … or trying to.
Visit Our Rockbridge, VA Pet Clinic
Is your kitty due for an exam? Contact us, your Olathe, KS pet hospital, today! We are here to help! Also, please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about your cat’s health or care!
