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What to do for my grieving cat meowing and disappearing after loss?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

My cat just recently lost his brother due to a collision with a car n now he constantly meow's and doesn't want to come in he disappears for days I don't know what to do

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Answered By Amber W

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on September 9th, 2017

I'm sorry for your loss! Harley may be feeling depressed or stressed about the loss of the other cat too. However, I would also be concerned that Harley may be showing these signs because he may be having health issues. You can try something like a Feliway diffuser to see if that helps with the behavior. But if Harley continues to behave this way I would take him for a check up with your veterinarian. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and again, I'm sorry for your loss.

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