If you have a new kitten, he may be very active. Kittens and adult cats are nocturnal hunters, so they are likely to be very active at night. Young kittens tend to have a lot of energy and a common complaint from cat owners is that kittens often wake them up at night. However, there are various ways you can follow to encourage your little pussy to want to sleep through the night.
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Part 1 of 3: Setting a Bedtime Habit
Step 1. Provide hours of rest and stimulation during the day
It's natural for kittens to sleep all day, especially very young kittens. However, he had a lot of energy after awakening. Allow your pussy to sleep during the day, but provide claw posts, toys, and objects to climb on to use after he wakes up. If they are bored during the day, kittens can become hyperactive at night.
- Keep the most exciting interactive toys hidden away when you're not actively involved. If toys are left on the floor all day, the cat will usually lose interest in them. Do not give toys that have a leash because it can be dangerous if the rope gets attached to the cat's body.
- Puzzle toys are the perfect type of toy to keep cats entertained. Toys like this challenge the pussy to open the container so she can get the treats inside.
Step 2. Make the pussy tired by playing in the afternoon
Cats are most active at dusk and dawn, not throughout the night. A daily play session in the evening, about an hour before bedtime helps to fit the pussy rest schedule into your own sleep schedule.
- You can imitate a fighting game using a toy tied to a rope, play catch and catch with a ping pong ball, or try a game of chase using a small laser light. Change toys regularly to keep each toy enjoyable, and incorporate elements of stalking, chasing, pouncing, and playing with "prey" in your play sessions.
- Wake the pussy if necessary. You don't have to wake her up all the time because she will usually quickly understand that evening is time to play and night is time to rest or sleep.
Step 3. End playing time
It's a good idea to end the play session before the pussy gets bored. Take the first five minutes to slow down the game and calm the cat down. Look for a clear way to signal that playtime is up (eg by letting your pussy catch a very interesting toy).
If your pussy becomes hyperactive towards the end of playtime, shift her attention to less exciting games
Step 4. Feed before bedtime
Prepare foods that are rich in protein to complement their nutritional needs during the day. In the wild, cats hunt, then eat and rest. Therefore, hours of play followed by a routine or eating schedule like this can mimic this pattern.
If your pussy is used to waking you up in the morning and meowing for food, hold off on feeding it until just before you go to bed, and not when you're getting ready for the start of the day. With this shift in schedule, the pussy won't have to wait any longer between her two meals
Step 5. Get into bed
Start your normal bedtime routine and let your pussy see it. This shows him activities that signal bedtime for you and your pussy, and helps establish a bedtime routine.
Step 6. Soothe your cat in a comfortable sleeping area
Turn off the light and take the pussy to her bed. At this stage, it is hoped that your cat has started to sleep. If not, soothe the pussy with a caress or soothing “music for cats” from an online playlist. Repeat this routine every day. Over time, the pussy can adapt to the routine.
By nature, cats are observers and like to be in high places to observe household activities. A high perch or “cat condo” can be a great bed, as long as the pussy is old enough to climb over it safely
Part 2 of 3: Handling Activities at Night
Step 1. Place the cat in a different room at night
Even if you want to lie down with your pussy cuddled at night, it's a good idea to keep the hyperactive cat in a different room until it's mature enough and has adapted to your sleep schedule.
- By bedtime, close the door and don't let the pussy in. He may meow or claw at the door, but as long as you don't respond to his actions by letting him in, he will stop.
- If your pussy keeps clawing at the door for a long time, try building a device to keep it away from the door. Stick double-sided tape near the door, or vinyl rug upholstery with the protruding side facing up.
Step 2. Warm the blanket for the pussy
Sometimes, cats disturb their owners' sleep because they miss the warmth of their mother and siblings. If your pussy wants to get into bed with you, try warming her blanket in the dryer for twenty minutes before bed.
Step 3. Get rid of noisy toys
Sometimes, the most annoying thing about a hyperactive cat is the loud sound of a toy being played with. By hiding or keeping it, you emphasize that the night is the time to sleep. If your pussy is still active at night, provide a soft toy that doesn't make a loud noise instead of a hard toy or object that squeaks or rattles.
If you have extra space, place toys that don't make a loud noise at night in a separate room. Choose a location with a “powerful” distraction, such as a room with a quiet movie or radio, or a room with windows that let in outside light
Step 4. Establish a “no activity” rule
Paying attention to a hyperactive cat actually encourages him to continue to display this behavior. If your pussy disrupts sleep so much that you end up playing with him, feeding him, or paying attention in any way, he will repeat the behavior because you've been "trained" by him to respond to his desires. The first few nights can be hard to get through, but ignoring them is the best way to show that you can't be there all the time.
Although it doesn't give instant results, this form of exercise is important for the future of the pussy. He needs to learn early on that he can't always beg for food or invite him to play whenever he wants
Step 5. Discipline your cat with love
Even if it sounds counterintuitive, approach and hug your pussy tight if it's still bothering you, even after you ignore it. There's a good chance that your pussy won't be happy with this "over-the-top" form of love, and that's good for you. Too much love teaches him that he's going to get a bad rap if he bothers you at night. In the end, this becomes a form of "punishment" for your cat.
Step 6. Prepare a breakfast that doesn't require you to get up
Cats have shorter sleep cycles than human sleep cycles. Even if he sleeps at the same time as you, there's a good chance he'll wake up early to beg for food or attention. The worst thing happens when you wake up and give him the attention he wants. If you do, the pussy has managed to "train" you. Therefore, make sure there is some leftover dinner available so that your pussy can enjoy her breakfast before you wake up.
- Try buying an automatic feeder device that dispenses food within a certain time. If your pussy knows that food will be in her bowl around 7am, she won't wake you up. The pussy will wait by the bowl until food is available.
- If your pussy meows asking for food at night, try setting the device to dispense dinner. Move back 10 minutes each night until the pussy finally eats in the morning.
Part 3 of 3: Getting Treatment from a Vet
Step 1. Sterilize the pus
If your cat hasn't had neuter surgery, the condition can trigger hyperactivity. Most veterinarians say this procedure is safe for kittens from six to eight weeks of age, as long as the animal weighs at least 1 kilogram. Sterilization procedures can prevent several forms of behavior (day or night):
- The female cat begins to show her lust from the age of four months. Usually she makes loud, unusual sounds, rubs her body against men and other objects, and tries to get out of the house.
- Male cats that have not been neutered are generally more active and noisier than neutered cats. In addition, he may also spit urine on furniture or exhibit aggressive behavior.
Step 2. Watch for signs of a medical disorder
Like humans, cats can experience medical problems that interfere with their sleep patterns. If your pus shows any of the following symptoms, ask your vet for a full health check:
- The pain that is felt sometimes prompts the pus to meow throughout the night.
- Active behavior most of the day and night can signal insomnia or other sleep disorders. Sleeping for 20 hours a day is normal for kittens.
- Sudden hyperactivity in a cat who is normally calm can signal a thyroid disorder. However, this disorder is rare in young cats. Veterinarians can detect this disorder through blood tests and provide daily medication.
Step 3. Look for synthetic pheromones
This product is designed to mimic a cat's facial pheromone, a substance that a cat rubs against something using its face to mark it as a familiar object. Unfortunately, there is little quality research on synthetic versions of the substance. You can try using it to see if your pussy has calmed down, although there's no guarantee that it will work.
Homeopathic sedative treatments, including “flower herbs” are not based on science
Tips
- The presence of a playmate is something that can keep the pussy entertained and active during the day. Kittens are usually easy to "mingle in" when introduced at a young age, but you may still need to keep each kitten in a separate room for a few days. Seek advice from a veterinarian or animal behaviorist first if your cat has been abused by a previous owner or exhibits aggressive behavior.
- If you have a backyard, try installing a birdhouse or, at the very least, open a window so your pussy can see the outside world.
Warning
- Most cats (and kittens) are lactose intolerant and don't react well to cow's milk. If you want to give your cat milk, make sure you use a product specially formulated for cats.
- Do not train your cat with any form of corporal punishment. Animals do not respond well to punishment and usually have difficulty understanding the behavior or actions that led to them being punished. If you want your pussy to stop bothering you, put her in a room where she can play alone for a while.
