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 This was when Graycie would eat out of her dish I'm puzzled by this... my 3 yr. old female (Graycie) stopped eating her food from her dish about 4 weeks ago. The only way she'll eat is if I put the food in the palm of my hand & she eats from my hand. I do this for a few mins. then my back hurts so I stop. She will several times later in the morning or evening (she gets fed twice a day) come & meow at me to follow her to her dish. I do this & I see that she wants to have a few more nibbles, so I get a spoon & spoon her food into my hand & she eats again. What is this about & how can I correct it. I've tried to leave her alone to eat on her own but she will not. I am worried as I need to stay away overnight & I'm worried she's not going to eat without me there to hand feed her. Editor's note: My initial thought is that if she's not eating out of her bowl at all, then there is something wrong. I would check with the vet to be sure. If your cat is healthy, she'll eat when she's hungry. Cats often like to nibble at their food, go away, and then come back to it again, but I would be concerned as to why she wants you to feed her. Some cats like the attention, and they often will eat out of your hand. This is especially true with treats or special meals like albacore tuna, but this is something all together different. If this happened to me, I'd have to ask myself what's wrong. Have you noticed any other changes in her? Is her weight steady? Is she as active as always? Overactive? Right before this started, did you change food bowls? Change position of the bowls? Move the litter box? Have there been any other major changes in the house? Any changes of normal routine or time spent with her or at home? Any change in routine can sometimes trigger odd behavior. Are you cleaning the bowls with the same cleanser as always? Are they being rinsed the same as before? Is she drinking normally? If she has a favorite treat, you might try putting that into her bowl (after thoroughly cleaning and rinsing it) and see how she reacts. Most cats (not all) love tuna or salmon or sardines. Crack a can of that and put a couple of mouthfuls in her bowl. If she goes for that, then next time you could try putting a little juice from the tuna can into the bowl with her food to encourage her to eat from the bowl. Cats make excellent trainers. Over the years, I have allowed myself to be trained into performing certain behaviors. If she's doing this just to get attention, then I would say she has successfully trained you and is probably telling all the neighbor cats how smart her human is! A feline with a mild case of pica may suck or lick on inedible objects, but not actually consume said object. However, in severe cases of pica, the feline will consume the object entirely, posing a risk for intestinal blockage, tearing of the digestive tract, toxicity, and electrocution. Common target objects for feline pica include: Plants, electric cords, phone cords, wool, fabric, string, or yarn. The cause behind pica is unknown, however, disease and behavioral disorders are thought to be the underlying cause behind this unusual behavior. Oriental cat breeds, such as the Siamese cat, are more commonly affected by pica and there is believed to be a genetic disposition. If your cat licks, sucks, or consumes objects around the home that are not food, she could be suffering from a condition called pica. Pica in cats is the act of eating objects that are not food. Eating non-food items can be very dangerous to a cat, as chewing on electrical cords can cause a feline to be electrocuted, and plant consumption can be toxic. Other inedible objects, such as clothing and plastic, can block the intestine and prevent food from passing. Pica is a serious behavioral issue that can become fatal if not addressed by a veterinarian.
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Why does my cat eat from my hand but not his bowl?It is not abnormal. As Bruce said, your cat is demonstrating his bond to you, and showing a great deal of trust in you by eating from your hand. Since it is the wet food he wishes you to hand feed him, I suggest you try holding his food bowl or a paper plate or something with the food in it.
Should I feed my cat out of my hand?Hand feeding your cat is a great way to build your bond and improve your relationship. You want your cat to adopt you as a "positive pet parent" who provides food, water, shelter, play, mental exercise and companionship. Hand feed your cat kibble before every meal to help bond your cat to you.
How do you tell if you are your cat's favorite person?Many studies suggest that your furry friend actually sees you as a member of her feline family – that is, as an over-large cat (who's not particularly good at hunting). If she licks or grooms you, you can usually take it as a good sign that you're a beloved part of her clan.
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