Cats lead a special way of life.
Their nocturnal activity often becomes a problem for owners, especially when the pet wakes up the owner, demanding attention.
The reasons for such behavior can be varied: from boredom to health problems.
Natural Habits of Cats
Cats are predators by nature, active at dusk and at night. This behavior is determined by instincts: in the wild, this is hunting time.
Even domestic cats that live in comfortable conditions maintain this habit.
Instincts make the pet get up at night, look for food or have fun, which often becomes a cause of concern for owners.
Lack of activity during the day
A sedentary lifestyle during the day leads to the cat becoming active at night.
If a pet spends a long time alone, without games and attention, then its energy spills out at night.
A solution may be to increase the amount of play before bedtime. This will allow the cat to burn off energy and calm down for the night.
Hunger as a cause of anxiety
If a cat wakes up at night because it is hungry, it will start waking up its owner to get food.
An incorrect feeding schedule or an insufficiently nutritious diet can cause such night awakenings.
To solve the problem, you can review your pet's diet by increasing the evening feeding portion or adding a light snack before bed.
Need for attention
Some cats wake up their owners out of a desire to communicate.
This behavior is more common in lonely animals that feel abandoned. At night, the pet demands attention, trying to make up for its lack.
Regular interaction and affection during the day will help reduce this need at night.
Stressful situations
A cat may wake up its owner due to stress or fear. Sharp sounds, rearranging furniture, the appearance of new people or animals in the house - all this causes anxiety in the pet.
Providing a calm environment and using calming agents such as pheromone diffusers can help your pet cope with stress.
A habit created by the owner
Some cats wake up their owners simply because of a formed habit.
If the pet has once received what it wanted after waking up at night, it may continue to do so. Gradually, this behavior becomes regular.
You can avoid a recurrence by not rewarding your cat at such moments. Instead, it is important to remain calm and ignore its demands.
How to Prevent Night Wakings
Proper care of your cat, a balanced diet, and active play before bedtime will help reduce nighttime awakenings.
A regular feeding schedule and rituals such as evening cuddles or short play sessions will help keep your pet calmer at night.
