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Why is my cat stressed, meowing, and scratching? How to help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered

Hi, I guess this is my last cry for help. I recused a domestic short hair cat about 3 years ago now. He is 9 years old, black and his name is Jupiter. Jupiter was hit by a car (long before i had him) and has a result he has no tail. Jupiter is always meowing. He will scratch every door in the house. its almost impossible to deal with and stresses everyone in the house. its like his lost? or stressed? How do i help him?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 10th, 2017

So sorry that Jupiter is having this problem. You could try a Feliway diffuser and Solliquin chews and see if that helps relieve any stress and make him happier. You could also talk to your vet about trying an anti-anxiety medication, like Trazodone or Prozac to see if that helps. Below is also a link to a good website that provides information on how to enrich the life of indoor cats to keep them happy and healthy. Good luck! https://www.feliway.com/us#redirected http://www.solliquin.com/ https://indoorpet.osu.edu/cats

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