How to cheer up a grieving cat?
Like a human, she is grieving. She doesn't understand as much, being a cat, but she knows her grandpa is no longer around, and she misses him. All I can say is be there for her. She's doing what she can to stay close to him--lying where his scent likely was--as part of the grieving process. And take care of yourself, your siblings, and your mom, as you'll be no good to the cat if you're torn up from grieving as well. I also think your cat is responding to your behavior. Cats and dogs tend to pick up very easily on their humans' behavior and will act accordingly. Once she sees you beginning to emerge from the grieving process, she will recover as well.
How long does a cat grieve?
My 12 year old cat (Oreo) is grieving the loss of her friend (Patchy) of two years. She was hit by a car. Oreo has been searching the house and outside for Patchy, and continues to cry out low sad meows. I showed her the body of Patchy after she was hit and she looked at her and sniffed her for a long time. I hoped that would help but its seems she has a broken heart. I don't know what to do to help her. Oreo asked like she didn't even like Patchy when she was alive but it seems like she really misses her now. :( -Mark-Christy-Alexa-Sierra
Should I get a new cat after my cat died?
I had a cat with whom I was very close to and I had her for years since the day she was born. She got sick somehow and with that she passed away. I was depressed and devastated, I didnt want another cat, but my mom picked a kitten up from the shelter for me (it hadn't even been 2 days). I was pissed that she would want to replace my beloved cat, but I realized it was a good deed on her part. Me and my new kitten got closer and closer and eventually, I felt a stronger bond with my new cat than I did with my old one. He even shared the same characteristics as my old one, and it didnt even feel like she had died. I was reluctant to bond with the cat, I wanted my baby back, but my new kitten and I grew close. I would suggest getting a new cat. You wouldn't believe how much it helped me cope with the loss of my 7 year old kitty. It was like a magnetic charge I had to it. I think you and your family need to talk, its a big deal to you right? Tell them you want to go to the shelter or the pet store, and pick out your new kitten/cat. It can really make you feel better, I've been there. If it werent for that new bundle of joy my mother got me, I wouldn't have him today, and I probably wouldn't have a cat - Period. Sorry for your loss, and I hope this helped.
My cat is grieving for his dead brother please help!?
Oh we are SO sorry for your loss. We know exactly how you are feeling about this because the 2 cats we had before the ones we have now were brother and sister....we had one called Rambo too....and his sister was called Bubsy. Our Bubsy passed away and Rambo pined for her for a very long time. He cried all the time because he didn't understand where she had gone. We know how heartbreaking it is to hear them cry....it is a similar sound to when a mother cat has kittens and they eventually get re-homed - Bubsy cried for ages when she had hers and they went to new homes. Sorry to tell you this but there's no easy answer....your Rambo is grieving and needs time to adjust to the new situation. He will be sensing your grief too, bless him...cats are very clever at sensing the mood of their owner. Give him plenty of hugs and cuddles and try to keep his routine the same as it was when Buster was alive. All you can do is love him which you already do in bucket loads so keep up the good work with him and eventually he'll feel brighter. It is the same for you and your family....you'll all feel brighter eventually but allow yourselves to go through the grieving process too. Maybe at a later date when Rambo is a happier kitty he might enjoy the companionship of another cat....in this case we'd consider getting a younger one so that your Rambo is Top Cat and teacher to the other one. Good Luck and we hope you feel better soon xxooxx
My cat died on my lap. how do i cope with this feeling of grief.?
i hugged him for two days, until the time comes. i saw him died. i knew he wanted to die with me by his side because whenever i wanted to walk out from the room, he meows slowly. i know it's normal to feel that maybe things shouldn't happen if i take different measure or something. but i felt very sad now. have you experience something like me? do share. tq.
How long should I wait to get a new cat after suddenly losing mine?
First of all I am sorry for,the loss of your beloved pet. I remember when I lost my own cat she was hit by a car I was really upset for a long time and I did not replace her. But strange enough a cat came to my garden shortly afterwards and has been with me for the last ten years and it make my grief so much better. I think she was sent to me as a gift from the universe/God a Higher Power whatever you want to call it, because she really helped me to heal the emotional wounds I was feeling from the loss of my previous cat.So from my own experience I would say to,get another cat as soon as you can and take your time about,which cat you choose.. For example do you,want to,get a cat that is very like the pet you lost or a cat that looks completely different. You will know yourself when you see,the different cats that you can share your home with.You will be able to grieve in a better way because you will,have the distraction of your new pet and the care and attention that you will,need to give the new cat. So really you will know when the time is right. But I would suggest that you don’t wait too long,anything under two months would,be good. You will never forget the love for,the pet that you lost but in time the pain will get easier with have the responsibility of caring for your new cat, and it means that the sadness and loss will be diverted away and replaced with the joy and excitement of gaining a much loved furry companion.I hope this helps.
If you have two cats and one dies, how long should you wait to introduce a new friend for the surviving cat? The cats were brother and sister, does he need a friend?
There is no one right answer. Some cats get very anxious and lonely and I'd bring in a new cat sooner if I saw that. Other cats need time to adjust... and sometimes you'll find that your cat becomes more assertive or more needy or more independent. That, in turn, would influence what type of companion to look for when he/she is ready. I disagree with the suggestion that you should always look for a kitten. Before I started fostering, I usually had two cats at a time and I found that some of my adult cats were scared by a new kitten appearing. If your cat is older and calm, they may not want to run around with a kitten. It's also important to remember that not all kittens are submissive. If you want a young cat, but don't think your cat would do well with a kitten, look in the 1-3 year old range. Their personality is more developed at that age and it is easier to match them to your current cat. By the same logic, if you have a senior cat, you may want to think about a middle-aged kitty. There are some amazing 5-12+ year old cats out there who need homes and are used to living with other cats. And, with cats living longer than ever, you can still have years together. So, bottom line, think about what your cat needs and what your family needs. And, remember that kittens are not kittens for long. I love them, I foster them, and I totally understand the appeal of starting with a baby. Just be sure your existing cat shares your interest in raising a baby as the bulk of the work will fall to them. I have a 15-year old who acts and plays like a kitten and, if we were a two cat family, I wouldn't hesitate to bring in a kitten for her. On the other hand, I have a shy and skittish 4-year old who would do better with a gentle adult. It all depends on the cat.