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Why is my cat acting weird, avoiding me, and leaving home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My 2 year old cat started behaving weird recently. She doesn't want me to touch her, she hits her kids then licks them, she leaves the house at night after having dinner and comes back late. Should i be worried?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on October 23rd, 2018

Sudden strange behavior changes can sometimes indicate underlying pain or illness, so it is a good idea to schedule a checkup with your vet to rule out any health issues. If your cat is not spayed and is also leaving the house, it could be that she is in heat or is pregnant, which is why she is trying to separate from her old litter (I assume this is what you mean by her kids) to make ready for a new one. Having her spayed and keeping her indoors may help if this is the case, as well as making sure all the cats have their own access to food, water, litter, bedding, etc.

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