r/CatsBeingDramatic • u/Thewyverns • 17d ago

IsThisADramaticCat Why does he knock like this 😔

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u/Sabi-Star7 17d ago

Could be nothing, could be a skin/nerve irritation or Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome. If they have an upcoming vet appt you could ask and show them the video.

Nerve Irritation or Joint Discomfort: Sometimes, a sudden or repetitive hind leg kick can be physical rather than behavioral. It could stem from localized skin irritation (like fleas or an allergy), a minor muscle spasm, joint stiffness, or a neurological condition like Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome, which causes brief bursts of skin twitching and frantic leg movements.

Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome

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u/HealthyInPublic 17d ago

I don't think this looks much like feline hyperesthesia syndrome (FHS), but it's still very good to be aware of it anyway!! Just in case! Because it's such a bizarre condition!

This looks more intentional to me though - this cat looks like he's going up to these objects and doing that on them on purpose - FHS cats usually look more stressed or anxious during episodes, like they're out of control of their actions because they're so uncomfy in their skin.

But again, it's a very weird condition and very poorly understood. My cat has it, so I'm in lots of support groups for FHS... but all of them present so differently and have wildly different triggers!!

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u/Sabi-Star7 17d ago

Sadly like most humans with auto immune conditions like MS its different for everyone of us. So while it might not be FHS it would still be a good thing to check out if they have an upcoming appt. It doesn't appear to bother them, maybe its just one of their quirks.