7 Have you recently observed any of the following behavioural signs of stress in your cat? (Tick all that apply.):
■ Any noticeable changes in their usual behaviour patterns or routines.
■ Avoiding being inside the house at certain times of the day (e.g. when it’s busiest).
■ Avoiding certain rooms or areas of the house at particular times.
■ A reluctance to come into the house or a reluctance to go outside.
■ Frequent hiding.
■ Sleeping more or less than usual.
■ Becoming unresponsive to things going on around them (for example, they don’t jump or get startled by loud noises or sudden movements any longer).
■ A decreased interest in things that they usually enjoy, such as treats, play, and attention.
■ Appearing quiet, withdrawn, or lethargic, perhaps sleeping more than usual.
■ An increased dependency on you or other family members; they constantly want to interact with you or get your attention.
■ Withdrawal from you or other family members; they are no longer interested in interacting.
HOW OFTEN HAVE YOU NOTICED ANY OF
THESE SIGNS?
A Never.
B Rarely.
C Occasionally, especially when there are lots of stressful things going on at home.
D Often.
E Pretty much all of the time.