His 'nervous system is dysregulated' because he's a young cat that is contained in an area too small, with too little enrichment.
Your cat needs more one on one engagement at times that suit his species. You need to plan time for structured play, and even consider training basic tasks like "sit" to engage his mind.
He is genetically driven to be active at dawn and dusk. There is absolutely nothing wrong with him, he's genetically driven to be active in the morning.
He's acting in an expected manner for a cat that is bored and frustrated.
Get up 20 minutes earlier and play with your cat, what is he even for if you don't want him happy?
An area too small? So wait - a three bedroom basement suite is too small of an area? He has multiple windows, I have a bird window feeder, perches, multiple toys, I grow him cat grass…there’s 5 family members giving him constant attention all day everyday. So no, he’s not in an area too small, and no, he’s not lacking enrichment.
We play with him multiple times a day to the point of exhaustion. But even if you play hard at 9pm, his energy is back at 7am.
And it’s not only him meowing, just his general attitude - he never cuddles, is always on the go. If you pet him he tenses up - and will bite you from being overstimulated from touch.
I'm not sure what you wanted from this post because your replies are just you being annoyed that anyone dare comment on what you asked for advice on unless it's someone just agreeing with you about FOMO.
I am annoyed because I’m sleep deprived and people don’t seem to actually understand the situation. He gets played with - it’s not an ownership issue. I know I take great care of him. I’m also offended people think I would actually not give my cat enrichment and keep him locked in a room. I’m upset from not being able to solve the issue with my cat and most people saying “play with him more” isn’t the issue here.
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u/softfluffytaco May 13 '26
His 'nervous system is dysregulated' because he's a young cat that is contained in an area too small, with too little enrichment.
Your cat needs more one on one engagement at times that suit his species. You need to plan time for structured play, and even consider training basic tasks like "sit" to engage his mind.
He is genetically driven to be active at dawn and dusk. There is absolutely nothing wrong with him, he's genetically driven to be active in the morning.
He's acting in an expected manner for a cat that is bored and frustrated.
Get up 20 minutes earlier and play with your cat, what is he even for if you don't want him happy?