{"id":851,"date":"2020-05-17T19:38:46","date_gmt":"2020-05-17T19:38:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/?p=851"},"modified":"2020-05-17T19:38:46","modified_gmt":"2020-05-17T19:38:46","slug":"do-cats-cry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Cats Cry?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A cat\u2019s eyes may water and tear, but this Is not an emotional reaction. Felines definitely don\u2019t cry the way people do. According to experts, cats do tear up. However, it is exclusively because of an illness or injury that\u2019s often associated with the eyes. Irritants like disinfectant cleaners or allergies can also be the culprit. When you notice your cat \u201ccrying\u201d with watery eyes, then a trip to your vet is the best thing to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#Are_cat_emotions_real\" title=\"Are cat emotions real?\">Are cat emotions real?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#How_to_check_your_cat_if_you_think_he_is_crying\" title=\"How to check your cat if you think he is crying\">How to check your cat if you think he is crying<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#How_to_check_if_your_cat_is_crying_because_of_environmental_changes\" title=\"How to check if your cat is crying because of environmental changes\">How to check if your cat is crying because of environmental changes<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#Common_questions_about_why_your_cat_cries\" title=\"Common questions about why your cat cries\">Common questions about why your cat cries<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#Do_cats_cry_when_they_are_stressed\" title=\"Do cats cry when they are stressed?\">Do cats cry when they are stressed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#Do_cats_cry_more_when_they_get_older\" title=\"Do cats cry more when they get older?\">Do cats cry more when they get older?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#Is_your_cat_crying_due_to_a_health_problem\" title=\"Is your cat crying due to a health problem?\">Is your cat crying due to a health problem?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-cats-cry\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion \">Conclusion <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cat_emotions_real\"><\/span><strong>Are cat emotions real?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There isn&#8217;t reliable evidence that suggests that a cat can cry tears when they\u2019re grieving or upset. Cats have emotions and they grieve too, but if you have seen your cat with very watery eyes at the same time they\u2019re grieving, it is probably just a coincidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Studies have shown that cats do really have emotions. In fact, cats can read human expressions too and they can experience a wider range of feelings than many other animals. If a cat feels something, he can easily act on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>A happy cat may play, rub, purr or otherwise engage with other animals and humans.<\/li><li>A sad cat might withdraw, become less energetic and lose its appetite.<\/li><li>A frightened or angry cat may arch its back, hiss, swat or growl at another animal or person.<\/li><li>Cats who are angry, anxious or upset might make sounds similar to a human whimper or whine. These noises are simple indications of the emotions of your cat and in that sense, the cat is crying. However, according to experts, people are the only living things that cry tears when we experience strong pain or emotions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_check_your_cat_if_you_think_he_is_crying\"><\/span><strong>How to check your cat if you think he is crying<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Check his eyes, nose and mouth for any discharge.<\/li><li>Pass your hand over your cat\u2019s body and check for any lumps, lesions, and wounds.<\/li><li>Make sure he is breathing normally.<\/li><li>Investigate his litter box.<\/li><li>Examine your cat\u2019s private parts to check if there\u2019s anything unusual.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_check_if_your_cat_is_crying_because_of_environmental_changes\"><\/span><strong>How to check if your cat is crying because of environmental changes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your cat does not seem physically hurt, the feelings he is showing could be due to some changes in his environment that are causing him to cry. Below are some guidelines on how to identify and solve the problem:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Have you added something new to your home? A new floor plan, sofa or roommate can cause your cat to panic.<\/li><li>Did you change the brand of your cat\u2019s litter?<\/li><li>Do you have new neighbors that have free-roaming pets?<\/li><li>Has the food or litter box been moved? Cats can suffer from ambulatory problems and arthritis when they get older so this is a very important thing to take into consideration if stairs are now involved.<\/li><li>Is your cat\u2019s dinner different?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that unlike people and most dogs, cats can get stressed and anxious from even the slightest changes to their routines, communities and homes. For most felines, the anxiousness of new things happening in their surroundings will eventually subside after a few days. Some simple things like putting him in a safe, secure spot can help like your bedroom with doors closed, as well as his favorite cat tree, toys and the comfortable bed should help your cat readjust.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have moved his necessary items like the food bowl or litter box to a different floor, you should consider returning them to the usual spot. If the situation worsens, it\u2019s best to consult a behaviorist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[crp]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_questions_about_why_your_cat_cries\"><\/span><strong>Common questions about why your cat cries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_cry_when_they_are_stressed\"><\/span><strong>Do cats cry when they are stressed?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress cannot be stressed enough as the cause of your cat crying. Even the smallest alterations in the environment of your cat can cause him stress. Sure you love your new sofa, however, for your cat, it can be an invasion of intruders. Some felines are not sure that\u2019s why they feel stressed about the new changes in their home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_cry_more_when_they_get_older\"><\/span><strong>Do cats cry more when they get older?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0Aging in cats can lead to excessive vocalization. Just like people, senior cats can also become disoriented as well as experience cognitive dysfunction. Mental confusion could definitely lead to your cat crying if he&#8217;s trying to call out to you for help. Older cats are more prone to crying out to people than younger ones, since they need more help and attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_your_cat_crying_due_to_a_health_problem\"><\/span><strong>Is your cat crying due to a health problem?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Illnesses like kidney or thyroid disease can cause a cat to cry. With lots of reasons for a crying cat, it is important that you should be aware of his mental, emotional, and physical states. A sick or injured cat can\u2019t just point out what and where he\u2019s hurt, but if he\u2019s excessively crying, then there could be a reason. It can be a serious medical issue so it\u2019s best that you take him to your vet for assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The moment you see your feline friend tearing up, it is important to know they\u2019re not expressing strong emotions. Instead, they\u2019re telling you that something is wrong with their health. Usually, the problem is minor but, in some cases, your cat\u2019s tears can be evidence of an underlying serious health problem or something that can potentially become serious if left untreated.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Do-cats-cry_-1-683x1024.png\" alt=\"Do cats cry\" class=\"wp-image-853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Do-cats-cry_-1-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Do-cats-cry_-1-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Do-cats-cry_-1-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Do-cats-cry_-1.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A cat\u2019s eyes may water and tear, but this Is not an emotional reaction. 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