Sits with its paws tucked in, or sleeps at your feet: how to correctly decipher a cat’s behavior

Just because you and your cat speak different languages does not mean you cannot communicate successfully. People and cats have a special connection that has developed over centuries. Your cat can easily communicate its needs or mood to you using posture, tail movement, and gaze. You just need to be able to decipher these simple signals.

Cats are active and curious creatures. During the day they can make hundreds of different movements. But furry pets make some movements precisely in order to “say” something to their owner.

The cat sits with its paws tucked

You can see a cat in this position very often. This position of the cat’s body indicates that he feels cozy, comfortable and comfortable in the house. The animal is relaxed and just resting, dozing off. Paws tucked under the chest show that the cat is confident that she will not have to use her claws in the near future.

It is not advisable to disturb the cat at this moment. She will not show aggression, but she will not be happy with the owner’s intervention. It is worth picking up a cat sitting with its front paws tucked in only to, for example, carry it onto your lap and stroke it. The main thing is not to spoil the animal’s relaxed mood.

Poor diet and low mobility

Common factors leading to butt riding include:

physical inactivity;
excess body weight;
high-calorie foods.

Unfortunately, even among cats there are often lazy people who lead a sedentary lifestyle. With obesity and low activity, changes occur in the animal’s body and the place of muscles is replaced by a fat layer. The tissues are compressed and the circulation of the anal ducts is disrupted.

Excess calories affect the functions of internal organs, which leads to the development of diarrhea. With frequent bowel movements, the odorous secretion does not mix with feces, remaining on the skin, causing irritation and itching. And in this case, the pet will ride on the floor, trying to reduce discomfort.

The cat comes to sleep at your feet

There is nothing strange or special about the fact that a cat comes to sleep at the feet of its owner. Fluffy pets generally love to sleep next to their owners. In this case, they feel safer. If a cat comes to sleep at your feet, this is a sign that she completely trusts you.

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Also, since the cat in this case does not lie down directly next to you, but at some distance, it means that she also wants to retain freedom of action. The animal lying at the feet can get up and go about its business at any time.

If your cat loves to sleep on your feet but never does the same with other family members, congratulations. You are the beloved owner of a furry pet.

Scottish Fold health

Scottish Fold cats have a breed tendency to diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The gene that provokes pathological changes in the skeletal system is linked to the lop ear gene. Cats with short thick tails and inflexible paws are most prone to musculoskeletal disorders. It is necessary to monitor the health of such pets more closely, regularly visit the veterinary clinic with them and strictly adhere to the diet prescribed by the veterinarian.

But in general, the Scottish Fold is in good health, especially if the breeders from whom the kitten was purchased followed all the nuances of selecting a pair to produce offspring. The average lifespan of Scottish Folds is 12-15 years, but among the representatives of this breed there are many long-livers who have surpassed the 18 year mark.

To protect a cat from viral and infectious diseases, standard vaccination, periodic deworming and protection from external parasites - insectoacaricidal drops, collars, sprays - are required.

The cat sleeps curled up

Cats curl up when they want to keep warm. This does not mean that the cat is cold in the room and is experiencing discomfort. In fact, the animal just wants to be warmer and more comfortable while sleeping. This position is the same as covering a person with a blanket while sleeping.

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Possible pathological disorders

Unfortunately, diarrhea and dirty fur are not the only factors that cause a cat to ride on its butt. There are also more serious factors that lead to this behavior, for example:

mental health disorder;
post-traumatic stress disorder;
helminthic infestation;
paraanal inflammation.

Each of the diseases deserves attention and requires consultation with a veterinarian. In addition, they are accompanied by other symptoms, in addition to “travels on the fifth point”.

Signs of mental disorder

With mental disorders caused by stress, the pet's behavior changes noticeably and becomes strange. The cat can:

The owner may notice that the pet begins to crawl on the floor, regardless of toilet procedures. In this case, it is recommended to immediately contact a specialist who will identify the pathology and prescribe appropriate therapy.

Phantom pain syndrome

After an injury to the hind legs or a fracture of the hip joint, the pet begins to look for a way to eliminate phantom soreness. He rolls on the floor, trying to get rid of the pain that is lingering in his brain. In such a situation, veterinarians prescribe medications that have a mild sedative effect to the animal. They help him cope with excruciating post-traumatic discomfort.

Parasite infestation

Most often, pets get pinworms and tapeworms, which live in the large intestine. To reproduce, many of them have to crawl to the entrance to the anus to lay eggs. This process is accompanied by a feeling of severe itching, which the pet tries to get rid of by crawling on the floor.

When infected with tapeworms, a feeling of bloating occurs in the intestines. The cat strives to get rid of feces, stimulating the anus while riding on the floor and causing defecation. To save your pet from such difficulties, you should regularly deworm it, using anthelmintic drugs for preventive purposes. These can be tablets for oral administration, drops on the withers area or other means.

Blockage of the anal glands

Mustachioed striped animals have anal glands, which are muscular sacs located in close proximity to the anus. They constantly produce secretions that are released through the ducts during bowel movements. It gives feces and urine a specific odor, allowing cats to leave “fragrant” marks on their territory.

Norm and deviations. In its normal state, the secretion is a thick, odorous substance. If the glands are not completely emptied, then corresponding disorders arise:

the tissues of the muscle sacs are “overstretched”;
irritation occurs in the glandular ducts;
dermatological problems arise - small inflamed seals and bald spots form in the neck and along the spine;
the paraanal glands swell greatly and become visible under the animal’s tail.

Consequences. If the owner does not pay attention to the blockage in time, then the disruption of circulation ends with the formation of a fistula and the penetration of the contents of the glands into the peritoneum.

The cat is sitting, looking at something unknown

Some people believe that cats can see otherworldly things. In reality this is, of course, not the case. Cats have very acute vision. They see better than humans. And the cat may just be looking at some midge that you don’t notice.

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The cat is frightened by sudden movements of the owner and runs away

Sometimes it happens that a cat shows love and trust to its owners, but with sudden movements, for example, if the owner quickly gets up from a chair or waves his hand in a conversation, he gets scared and runs away. Fostered outdoor cats or animals that were abused by their previous families often behave this way.

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If your cat behaves this way, try to calm him down by petting him and holding him in your lap. Over time, the animal will no longer be afraid of your sudden movements.

The cat rides on his butt: the reason is that he attracts attention

Butt riding can be purely a behavioral problem. If this is not the first time your cat has done this and once upon a time he really had objective problems, and you ran around his butt as if stung, then perhaps in this way the cat is now attracting attention to himself. This means that the cat really needs communication, which you are not giving it. In this case, pet the cat and talk to him. Do this regularly. If after that he stopped driving in fifth place, then the reason was most likely a lack of attention.

Cat's tail tongue: tail held high

The easiest way to guess a cat's intentions and mood is by observing its tail. If a cat walks around the house with its tail held high, it expresses confidence and satisfaction. The cat is happy and ready to make friends and communicate with all the people in the house. If the tip of the cat's tail twitches a little at the same time, it means that she is especially happy with life.

At this moment it is worth playing with the cat. She is in an extremely good mood and you should definitely take advantage of it.

Where do fold ears come from?

The Scottish Fold breed has this peculiarity: if the kittens' ears remain straight as they grow older, the animals are called Scottish Straight. In general, straight-eared kittens are common, since in order to get good healthy offspring, responsible breeders do not use two fold-eared animals - one of the pair must be straight-eared. When two fold-eared animals mate, weak kittens with developmental pathologies are often born.

The initial cost of a Scottish Fold kitten is 3,000 rubles. The price depends on the presence (or absence) of a pedigree, the titles of the kitten’s parents, and the rarity of the color. If you want to buy a kitten with floppy ears, it is better to get an animal at the age of 3 months. Although the characteristic fold of the ear is formed in the baby on the 18th day of life, only at the age of 3 months it becomes finally clear whether his ears will be pressed or erect.

Why do cats hide?

Cats are excellent hunters and are good at hiding. Of course, the owner may think that the cat doing this simply wants to play hide and seek. But in reality there can be many reasons for this behavior.

Although cats are predators, in many cases they try to avoid confrontation. When frightened, the animal will most likely run away and hide. By retreating in this way, the cat gives itself space to maneuver, a subsequent possible attack and fight for the purpose of defense.

Cats can also hide if they have just arrived in a new home. The same behavior is often observed in cats when the owners suddenly change something in the house. For example, they bring new furniture or rearrange old ones. A new stranger appearing in the house can also cause a similar reaction.

Methods for cleaning the anal glands

Veterinarians can help you deal with the problem of blocked anal glands. Moreover, representatives of some breeds require regular cleaning - 1-2 times every 4-5 weeks:

The veterinarian, using mechanical force, cleans the ducts, removing excess or thickened secretions.
If the wounds are infected and inflamed, the cat is prescribed a comprehensive treatment: antibiotics, diet food and rectal suppositories.
In case of advanced disease, when the mucous tissues are necrotic, surgical intervention is necessary. The affected membranes are excised.

The duration of therapy can vary from 8 weeks to 6 months.

There is a possibility of relapse, so it is recommended to visit the veterinary clinic periodically.

Scots love to play with people

Scottish cats' favorite games are playing with people. Interactive toys are also suitable, but if a person comes into play, then the Scot is always much more interested in him. These cats especially love tag.

But sometimes you can hear complaints that the Scottish cat does not like to play. This happens both with very mature individuals and with kittens. In the case of an adult cat or cat, this is normal, but a non-playful kitten may be like this due to some disease. This is not necessary, but it is worth checking his health. One of the author’s kittens was very weak and thin at first, until he was switched from food to raw meat and injected with a special drug that gives impetus to the development of weak mammals. After that, he turned from a passive sloth into a playful child, as he should be.

Treatment on an outpatient basis and at home

It is important that therapy is carried out comprehensively. The treatment regimen is developed depending on the cause that caused the development of the disease. In this regard, the dosage of drugs may differ even if we are talking about the same form of pathology.

The following medications are most often prescribed:

vitamin complexes, B vitamins;
to eliminate infections - antibiotics;
for swelling of the brain - diuretics;
Hepatoject for liver dysfunction;
to improve blood circulation in the brain - Cerebrolysate;
saline solutions in droppers to relieve intoxication.

Physiotherapy and massage are recommended for the animal. If the spinal cord is affected, surgery is required.

Important! You should not try to treat yourself. A sick animal requires professional advice from a veterinarian. The severe form cannot be eliminated using folk methods alone without an integrated approach.

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