Will a second cat help my energetic cat stop meowing for play?

It sounds like she’s a pretty normal, happy playful young cat. You can get her some self propelled or automatic toys to keep her interested and engaged such as https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07F391BX2/ref=psdcmw_2975306011_t2_B07D9J137D Orhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072WCZQ4V/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1543707973&sr=8-10-spons&keywords=cat+activated+toy&psc=1 It may also be helpful to rotate the toys in and out of use. Hide some toys away, bring in a couple new ones, then in a week or 2, bring out the old ones and put away the new ones. Getting a second cat MAY be helpful, but it also may rock the boat a little too much. If she seems overall content, I don’t think you should feel like you NEED to get a playmate, but it’s something to consider. If you DO decide to get another kitty, here’s an article about introducing them. Good luck!! https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-steps-to-introducing-your-cat-to-a-new-feline/

It is possible that another cat could help to entertain Biber if she is social, but conversely, another cat could create a lot of new stress for her. This all depends upon her personality and if she prefers socializing or being independent. Before acquiring a new cat, consider using toys in your apartment, such as a laser pointer that she can chase around the room or interactive foraging toys. Some examples include: The Catch by Northgate, The Green by Northgate, The Peek-a-Prize or Peek-and-Play Box by SmartCat (sold by Pioneer Pet), The Dog Tornado by Nina Ottoson of Sweden, The Fishbowl by PetSafe. If toys and indoor activity does not seem to satisfy Biber, bringing a friend home is possible, but be sure to introduce new pets slowly and assure that both cats are healthy with no communicable diseases before they meet. A kitten may be easier to introduce than another young adult or older cat.

This all sounds like normal behavior for an older cat - as they become adults they are often less interested in playing and cuddling. I doubt a new kitten would make Sammy more likely to play or cuddle, and it can sometimes be difficult to introduce a new cat into the house depending on the personality of your cat. Sometimes it goes great and the old cat enjoys the new cats companionship and other times it can cause stress and make an anxious cat feel more anxious. If you do decide to get a new cat this information can help with an introduction: https://www.americanhumane.org/fact-sheet/introducing-cats-to-cats/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA-c_iBRChARIsAGCOpB3pz_xbrEjo5QJNK5yK8odrEGEQte7aR1lpVwVAlyUTp21ppH-_bP4aAk95EALw_wcB

I would recommend starting by reading through this website for ideas for additional enrichment: https://indoorpet.osu.edu/cats . My first guess is that she's bored and wants some attention in the evenings. Getting another cat is a bit risky - it could be great, or Sassy could absolutely hate the newcomer leading to a whole need set of problems.

There are these amazing toys by Catit such as the senses play circuit. It's a ball on a track that cats can chase around and around on their own. They have a whole series of toys designed for solitary play, so check it out online. These may be suitable for Leo. I hope this helps!

Romeo sounds like quite a sociable little guy! Since he seems to enjoy a good bit of interaction, it sounds as though he would enjoy the company of another four-legged friend. However, bringing another animal into any home is always a bit of a gamble, as there's never a guarantee that the two animals will get along or have similar socialization needs. If you decide to bring home another pet (cat or small dog), it might be worth investigating if you can have a trial week with the prospective new pet to be sure that Romeo gets along with his new companion. A younger cat or dog (under 2 years) would likely suit Romeo's desire for companionship better than an older animal due to their higher energy levels. Expending extra energy typically does help to minimize some attention-seeking behavior, which is likely why Romeo knocks things over and nips at your feet. While the day to day tasks of caring for cats versus dogs differs a bit, I don't think there would be a big difference with respect to companionship for Romeo if you opt for a cat-friendly dog rather than another cat. I hope this helps and that everything works out!

You can give her more playtime with you, use a feliway pheromone diffuser to help her relax and make sure she has a quiet spot to get away from any noisy activity. If she's still not coming around then getting a young kitten may be good. She should enjoy a baby kitten but I wouldn't get a teenage or older cat as it may make her more anxious and then you have two to worry about. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Luna.