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Why is my cat meowing, rubbing, and acting weird? Is she in heat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 1 month old | 1.1 lbs

My cat is acting weird and meowing constantly and lying onthe floor while rubbing its back on the floor.

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on March 4th, 2020

Unfortunately, it's hard to know if this is pathological or if she is in heat? I recommend to look up information on heat cycles and watch videos. Also record the behavior on video. If this is not a heat cycle or if you are unsure if it is, I recommend to have her examined and have the doctor watch the video. The vet will palpate her spine and may check her urine for infection to look for a medical cause. I also recommend to discuss having her spayed as there are many health and behavioral benefits: https://www.petcoach.co/article/spaying-ovariohysterectomy-the-benefits-in-cats/ I hope this helps.

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