Title: Cat Howling: Why Do Some Cats Howl, Especially at Night? | Metaphorical Platypus
Headings: Cat Howling: Why Do Some Cats Howl, Especially at Night?
Cat Howling: Why Do Some Cats Howl, Especially at Night?
Illness
Attention seeking
Stress or grieving
Boredom and restlessness
Feline cognitive dysfunction syndrome
Talkative Cat Breeds

Content: Older cats are prone to kidney disease and hyperthyroidism, both of which may cause howling. Attention seeking
Many cats learn that talking results in feeding, affection, or some other form of interaction. A cat that is desperate for attention may yell just to get a reaction, even if it’s a negative one. If owners want to discourage chattiness, they should not pay the cat any attention (positive or negative) while he is vocalizing, but spend more quality time with him when he’s being quiet. Ignoring him when he’s noisy will send a strong message that howling won’t get him what he wants. Stress or grieving
Some cats howl due to anxiety caused by major changes, such as moving house or adding a new person or pet to the household. The loss of a person or animal the cat loved may also cause howling due to grief. In either case, provide plenty of positive attention and try to keep other aspects of the cat’s life as consistent as possible by maintaining the usual routines and not imposing additional changes. Many owners find that using a cat pheromone product such as Feliway has a calming effect. Boredom and restlessness
Indoor cats can easily grow bored and restless without sufficient opportunities to exercise, and a formerly outdoor cat that has been confined to the house may be especially frustrated.