Why does my cat wait for me, follow, and cry? Is it anxiety?

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Why does my cat wait for me in front of my room or in an area near me and then follow me back or cry for me to go back, might it be some type of anxiety or is it some type of normal cat behavior. Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Female | spayed | 25 lbs

Stacey Anstaett, DVM · Accepted Answer

This can be normal cat behavior. Sometimes they are needy and asking for something such as food or attention, sometimes they are bored. Be sure to try to encorporate lots of environmental enrichment for Roxy around your home—scratching posts, toys, treat puzzle toys, elevated car walkways on the wall, elevated perches or window perches, bird feeders on windows next to perches etc. That may help minimize this behavior. If the behavior is related to anxiety, which is possible, a product such as Feliway or Comfort Zone may be helpful. You can use catnip on scratching posts and toys to stimulate her to play with them. Here is some good information you may find helpful: https://www.petcoach.co/article/environmental-recommendations-for-cats/ Thanks for asking PetCoach! Have a good day!

Why does my cat wait for me, follow, and cry? Is it anxiety?

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