Training & BehaviorMy cat will often meow/ yowl loudly in the middle of the night. She will occasionally meow during the day but mostly it's late night. She's been to the vet so I know it's nothing physical. She's fine once I speak to her or if I get up. She has acces
Miss Sassy may be suffering from Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome, or in other words, be a bit senile. This causes her to all of a sudden not knowing where she is , feeling all alone or left behind. You can leave on a radio over night or a light or both and this may help. If not , there are medications that can be given such as selegiline (Anipryl, off license for cats) which will help . Here is some good information: https://www2.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/cognitive-dysfunction You may want to discuss this with your vet.
Updated on August 12th, 2025