Why Do Cats Hiss For No Reason

Instead of meowing they bite.

Why do cats hiss for no reason. That is it is thought to closely resemble the warning sound of a snakea warning sound that is meant to dissuade predators. A cats hiss is thought to be a form of protective mimicry. Growls and hisses happen when a threat of some kind is perceived rather than by just being alarmed.

When a cat is caught off guard or if something happens suddenly the cat may just hiss. If a cat nips you and then tries to lead you to an activity such as. The feline non-recognition.

Here are six common reasons why your cat is hissing. Some cats bite as a form of communication or a demand for attention. Sometimes cats even hiss at the veterinarian because they dont like being handled poked and prodded especially when that poking and prodding produces pain.

The most common reason that cats hiss is. Lets learn more about why is my cat howling. All cats make sounds although some cats are more vocal than others.

Cat can be growlinghissing because of internal worms and also Kidney problemsunfortunately most often vet doesnt see worm eggs because they do not pass all the time and if they do not deworm. Annoyance isnt the most common reason for hissing but some cats have quirky personalities and they dont mind hissing for simply being annoyed or displeased with someone. Cats like to Meow purr hiss and growl and these are common.

This can come in the form of a human a dog another cat or even a new object at home. Marci Koski a certified feline behavior and training professional with Feline Behavior Solutions in Vancouver Washington. If the cat is hissing for no apparent reason the cat might be in pain Kriegar says.