Is My Cat Just a Little Jerk, or Does She Have Whisker Fatigue?

Have you ever heard of whisker fatigue syndrome in cats 😺?

If your cat plays with her food or splashes water out of her bowl, your feline could be overstimulated, creating discomfort and forcing her to act out. Frequent contact with their whiskers from narrow spaces or water and food bowls can cause this condition.

Cats that feel stressed from changes in their environments or new additions to the family, be they other pets or a new human, can also overstimulate them, disrupting their routines. Certain medical issues can lead to inflammation or pain in the area, and a vet visit may be needed.

Next time your little bundle of joy is being jerky, consider it may be their way of telling you they are stressed out and feeling discomfort 🐾