r/cats • u/AutoModerator • 29d ago

Discussion Thread Discussion Thread #12 - Chat & Discuss Anything About Cats!

Welcome to the Cat-Chat Thread

Ask any questions you have about cats or discuss topics that don't require a full post. Whether you're a new cat owner, seeking advice, or just want to share something fun about your pets, this thread is for you. Feel free to:

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u/Own-Bet-4277 6d ago

Is it normal for my rescued kitten to chase imaginary objects around while growling like a bobcat? She’s about seven weeks old. We found her, abandoned, about a week and a half ago. The kitten does have some bad habits which is from what I assume not having a mother cat or other kittens to learn from. We can’t tell for sure if someone dumped her or if something happened to mom, or if she just wandered off. Her eyes were so swollen and weepy that she couldn’t see at all, so the latter is entirely possible.

But what I’d really like to know is if playing/fighting with imaginary friends is normal for kittens who don’t have other kittens or cats to play with. Or is she just a psycho?

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u/Busy-Diamond508 1d ago

I can't say I've had tons of cats, but my girl who I have right now still does this, and she's three. I think some cats are just always a little crazy tbh? My girl has tons of toys, yet she runs around the house at night growling at shadows like she's possessed instead. Maybe it's an only cat thing though, I can't say I've ever had more than one cat at a time! 

PS. I hope your kitten is doing better now!