Adding Reply Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic My Kitten has Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post PinkLotus Posted at 7:17 pm on June 25, 2008 separation anxiety. He has the classic signs, for those of you who don't know, here is a link: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/31561/separation_anxiety_in_cats.html My boyfriend says when I leave, my kitten claws at the door and won't move away from the door until I do come home. I feel horrid because I don't want him to become ill from this. Anyone have suggestions? My boyfriend entices him with treats and toys, but he doesn't find them very desirable.

Replies Tempted Posted at 8:20 pm on June 25, 2008 I know it sounds weird, but you need to practice with your cat. I'm sure you have a routine before you leave the house (grab the keys, put on your coat, turn off the TV, etc.), and your cat recognizes this and probably immediately starts freaking out. What you need to do, is practice the routine. Get your cat in the room and get your coat and everything together and go out the door. Then, come right back in. Do it several times, staying outside longer each time. Your cat will eventually realize that you DO come back everytime you go out the door, and become less stressed. Do this everyday for about a week and it should help. If not, contact me. sandyhondalover Posted at 7:24 pm on June 25, 2008 aww.. my cat has that too but i got him a friend and cat nip lol and he was fine after that. just spend time with him. jessica20110 Posted at 7:24 pm on June 25, 2008 Awww......maybe if you have the money...get another cat? So he has a little friend, you know? Or how long have you had him? maybe he'll get used to it. brittany101 Posted at 7:21 pm on June 25, 2008 um you could try to crate train your cat LindaRains93 Posted at 7:20 pm on June 25, 2008 try a distraction of something find something he really likes to do and use that before you leave DarkSunshine Posted at 7:20 pm on June 25, 2008 maybe they will pass it with age. My dog is kind of like that. If my mom leaves he just lays by the door and waits... unless its really hot then he goes and mopes downstairs if we all leave he wont eat or drink. its why we can't leave him in kennels when we go away. he's almost 8 though and in almost perfect health ( slightly over weight) so I think your kitty will be fine Jgain6 Posted at 7:20 pm on June 25, 2008 Quote: from latin muscle at 10:17 pm on June 25, 2008 aww how mean.sad k bye BAHAHAH! phantomqueen Posted at 7:18 pm on June 25, 2008 lol thats funny. IamMelissa Posted at 7:18 pm on June 25, 2008 try having him play with him about 10 min before u leave and not let the kitty see u leave.. that might help alot. and if he is loved on while u leave, he wont think to look for u. Go Steph Go Posted at 7:18 pm on June 25, 2008 Get him a friend? inkblot Posted at 7:18 pm on June 25, 2008 That happens with my one cat. She gets over it though. HatesYou Posted at 7:18 pm on June 25, 2008 Quote: from latin muscle at 10:17 pm on June 25, 2008 aww how mean.sad k bye LMFAO Latin Muscle Posted at 7:17 pm on June 25, 2008 aww how mean.sad k bye All 13 previous replies displayed.