Title: 6 Reasons Why Your Cat is Meowing at Night | Purina
Headings: Why Does My Cat Meow at Night?
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Why Does My Cat Meow at Night?
Hearing a cat meowing at night is not uncommon – but if you are a cat owner and it’s your cat that is meowing at night, it may be something that you are concerned about. Also known as night vocalisation or night calling, if your cat is meowing at night it can be a problem if it is a sign of their discomfort or it’s disturbing your rest. Read on to find out more about the reasons that your cat may be being particularly vocal at night.
Why does my cat meow at night?
1. Cats are naturally more active at night
2. Your cat may be bored or unstimulated
3. Overactive thyroid or kidney disease
4. A symptom of ageing if your cat is a senior
5. Outdoor cats may feel trapped
6. Yowling could be the sound of mating
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Content: It seems that the moment we switch off the light they get straight to sprinting around the house –like the cat version of dog zoomies. When they’re getting up to their night time antics they may also meow a lot too. And, sometimes your cat meowing at night can be extremely disruptive and get in the way of you getting your much-needed rest. If your feline friend does this and you’re wondering why does my cat meow at night and what can I do about it? We’ve got the answers to your questions! Here at Purina, we’ve put together this guide to tell you all you need to know. Why does my cat meow at night? If you have a cat yowling at night, it’s only natural that you’ll be wondering why they do it. There are six common reasons why your kitty may be doing this, including: 1.