Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Do cats mourn the loss of another cat and sense our emotions?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | neutered | 13 years and 3 months old | 15 lbs

We lost one if our cats this week. Do cats mourn the loss of another house cat? Fo they pick up on our feelings?

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 27th, 2019

I believe they do mourn much as we do. My condolences on behalf of the entire Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach team. Spend some extra time with your remaining cat and consider a pheromone product, such as Feliway spray or plug in diffuser, which may decrease any anxiety.

Vote icon

2Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored