If anyone saw my recent post, you know that my cat Maia (7y F) has recently been dealing with a lot of urinary issues. After 3 different rounds of antibiotics and all the usual tests at the vet, I'm beginning to think it's stress related.
And based on her behavior recently, I'm guessing it's from being bored. But she's been super frustrating when it comes to playing. She cries and cries and gets into stuff until I get up to play with her. But as soon as I start playing, she lays down and refuses to interact with any toys (and I've tried them all). Eventually, I give up and sit down again. She immediately starts whining again. The cycle continues over and over. I buy new types of toys hoping to get her interest. She's interested for about 5 minutes and then bored again. I make up new games. I've tried food puzzles and bird feeders and mouse/bird tv. Nothing works.
Obviously, if this is affecting her health, I need to figure out something to keep her entertained and get some of her energy out. But at this point, I have no idea what. Another cat is out of the question, because she hates other cats, plus I can't with my apartment policies. Anyone have any ideas?
And based on her behavior recently, I'm guessing it's from being bored. But she's been super frustrating when it comes to playing. She cries and cries and gets into stuff until I get up to play with her. But as soon as I start playing, she lays down and refuses to interact with any toys (and I've tried them all). Eventually, I give up and sit down again. She immediately starts whining again. The cycle continues over and over. I buy new types of toys hoping to get her interest. She's interested for about 5 minutes and then bored again. I make up new games. I've tried food puzzles and bird feeders and mouse/bird tv. Nothing works.
Obviously, if this is affecting her health, I need to figure out something to keep her entertained and get some of her energy out. But at this point, I have no idea what. Another cat is out of the question, because she hates other cats, plus I can't with my apartment policies. Anyone have any ideas?