After a close companion cat in the home dies, remaining cats may vocalize more, overgroom, hide and act restless reflecting mourning behavior.
Grieving Loss
Sudden unwelcome events like adoption or losing an owner can trigger cats to withdraw, overeat and eliminate outside litterbox.
Traumatic Change
Depressed cats sleep excessively, isolate themselves, lose interest in play and interact less seemingly in low spirits
Lethargy
Some depressed cats seem tense, aggressive or clingy when the root cause is actually sadness not anger.
Anxious
Cats produce serotonin and endorphin chemistry influencing mood like humans. When deficient long term despite environmental stability, clinical diagnosis applies.
Chemical Imbalance
Ensure medical illness isn't causing symptoms before treating lethargy or appetite issues as strictly behavioral in origin.
Vet Exam
More extensive daily play, routine schedules and preventing boredom alleviates causes allowing happier mindset.
Enrichment Key