"Increased vocalization" refers to the act of making more sounds or speaking more frequently than usual.
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More than just the typical behavioral changes associated with age, cats with CDS can display symptoms such
as increased vocalization, litter box issues, disorientation, pacing, restlessness, changes in relationships with family members, uncharacteristic avoidance of physical interaction, constipation, incontinence, irritability, among other possible symptoms.
Increased Vocalization If you're suddenly holding a pillow over your ears at night because your furry friend is yowling, your cat is actually trying to tell you something.
It has been suggested that living alongside humans has meant that the process of evolving a domestic subspecies from a wild ancestor went hand - in - hand
with increased vocalization in domestic cats.
As your cat ages, some changes in behavior
include increased vocalization, confusion, aggression, restlessness, reduced activity level, depression or anxiety.
It's better to
treat increased vocalization by increasing your cat's activity during the day and gradually reestablishing her proper sleep - wake cycle.
Elevated thyroid hormone levels cause increased metabolism and the other common clinical signs of hyperthyroidism: weight loss, appetite changes, increased water consumption, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid heart rate, heart murmur, elevated blood pressure,
increased vocalization, muscle weakness, and poor hair coat.
Some behavior changes in older pets may be signs of cognitive dysfunction (similar to senility in people), including:
increased vocalizations, loss of house training, unusually aggressive behavior, anxiety, increased wandering, irritability, or changes in sleep patterns.
As the viral infection progresses, muscle paralysis develops, which may be accompanied by
increased vocalizations or change in voice, followed by death.
Increased vocalization or frantic behavior, especially if accompanied by a ravenous appetite
One symptom of cognitive dysfunction is
increased vocalization (like a lowering of inhibitions).
Some of
the increased vocalization (especially increased volume) is due to deafness — the cat literally can't hear himself speak.
The most common clinical sign of hyperthyroidism is weight loss, as well as excessive thirst, increased urination, hyperactivity, unkempt appearance, shedding, periodic vomiting, panting, diarrhea, aggression and
increased vocalization, especially at night.
Other symptoms may include increased thirst and urination, a rough or unkempt hair coat,
increased vocalization and poor body condition.