Anxiety is not unique to humans. For example, an anxious cat is not uncommon, unfortunately. Learn ways to avoid anxiety and also to treat it.

First, we need to understand what anxiety is. It demonstrates anticipation of a problem or situation that may or may not be real. Therefore, when a feline is said to be anxious, it means continued fear.

In this regard, note that it is normal for your cat to show fear in some situations. The problem is when he anticipates your fears. Consider a cat that is in pain when going to the litter box, due to the development of arthritis. In that case, he can anticipate the pain and always worry about that moment. Or else avoid the place.

It's not always easy to recognize an anxious cat. However, there are some observation methods that already give evidence of this. Furthermore, finding out the cause of anxiety is another complex matter. However, with proper care and guidance you can succeed.

Read on, then, to see all the information about feline anxiety. With this, you will know exactly what to do in the evidence of symptoms. Also, how to take care of your cat to prevent it from becoming anxious and how to treat already present anxiety.

Kittens often show some signs of their anxiety. Therefore, you need to observe them to understand if there are signs that they are anxious. See which are the main ones and thus take care of your cat the way it deserves.

First, it is very common for an anxious cat to meow more. This is his way of trying to communicate. So, when you don't get the message, the meows tend to intensify, both in volume and constancy.

Even if your cat is "talkative", notice the change in tone and insistence of the meows. This helps to know if the meows have changed their intention and are trying to show something else.

Also, cats often show physical signs of their anxiety. And there are some well-known ones, like bristly hairs. Likewise, the tail up and in quick movements, flapping from side to side, is a great sign.

Add to this the habit of lowering the ears towards the back of the head when uncomfortable. These signs are among the most effective for recognizing an anxious cat.

Also, it's not just the cat's body that gives signals. His behavior may indicate anxiety. Among the main acts of an anxious cat is aggression. Also, becoming skittish even if you've known your tutor for years.

An anxious cat can cause major accidents, as he can get aggressive. On the other hand, it also has physical consequences on the cat's body. Anxiety tends to increase your heart rate.

Likewise, feline anxiety can trigger urinary infections and gastrointestinal problems. All of this, then, highlights the need to be careful. So, see how to calm your cat during an anxiety attack.

First, give your cat space. After all, if he is already nervous, allow him to recover. Staying on top of him, trying to pick him up and forcibly petting him are not good strategies. Incidentally, this tends to irritate him even more, as felines hate forced affection.

So leave the room and leave him alone. The cat will come to you when it feels good. With this you avoid attacks, since stressed cats can get out of control. It's important to know that they see things, right now, as threats. So they tend to defend themselves.

Cats love a place to hide. And, well, when we humans aren't feeling well, we also want a little place to call our own without hassle, right? So, make sure your cat has a comfortable place.

Not only comfortable, but also quiet, silent and peaceful. So always have a place like this, which can be a niche or a cushion in a corner.

In addition, it is essential that you try to find out what made the cat anxious. This is important to know how to deal with it and how to calm it down. Know that there are numerous situations that trigger this anxiety, such as:

Therefore, seek the assistance of a veterinarian to analyze your cat. With that, you already rule out the worst case scenario. Then make the adjustments that improve your life. For example, help him adjust to his new home. Also, develop ways for him to gradually integrate with the new animals in the home, etc.

Another key to caring for an anxious cat is to make sure the environment is calm. Try to leave him alone in a room. Leave the other animals elsewhere, at least during the crisis. Also, turn off any noise emitters.

Finally, you can also help calm your anxious cat with this herb that they are so fond of. Catnip or catnip has natural effects on the cat's organism. He becomes friendlier and much less stressed.

So be sure to offer him that type of herb. There are several ways to do this, for example:

With these tips you will definitely give the anxious cat the best treatment. Also, you will be able to control this stress and avoid moments of tension.