older cat suddenly wants to play
by Chloe
(England)
What does it mean when a older cat around 10 goes back to it's playful kitten stage? She is neutered and is usually outdoors, but she hasn't been a very playful cat really... Suddenly she is really playful now and it's as if we have another kitten in the house. She is our only cat but as i said, she is outside the majority of the time so she properly plays with other cats there. Please let me know. Thatnk you, x
Answer from Kate
Hi
i don't think it means anything particular. I had a cat who was 17 years old and every now and again she would chase and play with things around the home.
At the end of the day most of their play is generated from their instinct to hunt and this never leaves them. So it may just be that lately she has less to play with or hunt outside and so is looking for stimulation inside the house.
i wouldn't worry.
best wishes Kate
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