Hi there,
I'm new to this... Ive just been looking online for help with my cats change in behaviour and found this forum which looks great. I'd really apreciate any advice from you guys!
I have two cats who are brother and sister, Peeka (female) and Boo (male). I got them from a rescue home over two years ago as young adults so they must be about 3-4 now. Peeka has always been timid but loving on her terms... whereas Boo has always been a complete attention glutton... jumping on anyones lap the second they sit down, and purring like an engine. He follows you about rears up and rubs his head against you, basically the most affectionacte little guy ever.
Over the past week however, his behaviour has completely changed. He seems quite spooked, never sits on your lap or rubs against you like he used to. When you pet him he walks away immediately. He sometimes goes to jump on your lap, but immediately jumps back down again. He's still eating, drinking and using his litter tray, but other than that he's a different cat altogether. He used to stride around the flat but now he skulks. Strangely enough the normally timid cat seems to be coming out of her shell more (?!).
I'm really really worried about Boo, has anyone experienced anything similar? Does anyone have any suggestions? I'd be incredibly grateful for any insight!
I'm new to this... Ive just been looking online for help with my cats change in behaviour and found this forum which looks great. I'd really apreciate any advice from you guys!
I have two cats who are brother and sister, Peeka (female) and Boo (male). I got them from a rescue home over two years ago as young adults so they must be about 3-4 now. Peeka has always been timid but loving on her terms... whereas Boo has always been a complete attention glutton... jumping on anyones lap the second they sit down, and purring like an engine. He follows you about rears up and rubs his head against you, basically the most affectionacte little guy ever.
Over the past week however, his behaviour has completely changed. He seems quite spooked, never sits on your lap or rubs against you like he used to. When you pet him he walks away immediately. He sometimes goes to jump on your lap, but immediately jumps back down again. He's still eating, drinking and using his litter tray, but other than that he's a different cat altogether. He used to stride around the flat but now he skulks. Strangely enough the normally timid cat seems to be coming out of her shell more (?!).
I'm really really worried about Boo, has anyone experienced anything similar? Does anyone have any suggestions? I'd be incredibly grateful for any insight!