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: Feline cognitive dysfunction syndrome
Like people, some cats suffer a cognitive decline as they get older, developing a condition much like Alzheimer’s disease. Cats with feline cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) howl due to confusion, disorientation, and distress. Also known as feline dementia, CDS can impair a cat’s sleep cycle, which increases the likelihood of night-time vocalization and restlessness. A cat with CDS may howl because he feels anxious due to confusion or because he’s looking for others in the household and can’t find them. Cats that suffer from CDS may be more inclined to vocalize at night in particular because their loved ones become inaccessible when they fall asleep. Loss of hearing or vision in older cats may also contribute to howling. Older cats may develop additional medical conditions, so a full check-up is required to rule out illness before assuming the problem is dementia. A veterinarian may prescribe medication in the case of severe anxiety. Once medical problems have been ruled out, options for calming the cat’s anxieties include using a pheromone product such as Feliway, spending more quality time with the cat during the day, and hiding treats or catnip toys around the house to provide pleasant distractions at night. Talkative Cat Breeds
Siamese cats (and many breeds derived from the Siamese), tend to be more talkative by nature.