My cat was hiding, now she's social. Is she recovering from illness?

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So for the past few months my cat wanted to be alone in the kitchen she all the sudden wants to come out and be the center of attention could this mean she was sick but is now feeling better? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 5 years and 11 months old | 7 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Hiding as you well pointed out can be a sign of sickness in cats. I think that her more outgoing behavior could mean that she is feeling better now and perhaps something was going on before. Another likely possibility is that there was something causing her stress and making her hide that is no longer present which is why she is being more outgoing. Regardless, this is good news. If she ever goes back to hiding, have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment. Hopefully, she will continue to be just fine! Good luck!

My cat was hiding, now she's social. Is she recovering from illness?

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