Why Does My Cat Keep Meowing?
6 Nov 2026 · Cats · 5 min read
Medical draft · pending veterinary review
Everyday reasons
- Hunger or routine
- Attention seeking
- Greeting
- In heat (unspayed females)
Medical reasons
- Hyperthyroidism
- High blood pressure
- Pain
- Cognitive dysfunction in senior cats
- Hearing loss
Crying while straining in the litter box — especially in male cats — may be a urinary blockage. This is an emergency.
If meowing changes suddenly, see a vet to rule out illness before treating it as behaviour.
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Disclaimer: this article is for general information only and is not a substitute for a veterinary examination.