One of ours flinches around the back end of his back so we don’t go there. Stick to the head runs that he loves.
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Under the chin and top of the head is a definite winner with most (if not all) cats
Flinching is normal in all cats in my experience, certain cats just hate being touched in some places. Just learn what they like I think (for example one of mine loves having his face petted and hates me touching his back near his tail whereas the other loves it) well done for adopting an older cat
My guys love their bellies rubbed, I have to remember that when I see other cats. My darling Pooh Bear just loved having his curly tummy tickled.
Mine likes the 'better not' area, that is until he remembers he should pretend he doesn't like it
Thank you all! He doesn't hiss or bite at all, I just noticed he flinches a bit when I touch his back. He purrs like a tractor and makes biscuits when I stroke his head and chubby cheeks though!! And loves tummy rubs. He's such a character and has converted me to 100% a cat lover.
Could also arthritis in that area as he is older so could be more sensitive
What a gorgeous boy. He looks content.
I would say something to look out for in older cats would be signs of renal disease. This article lists things to keep an eye on https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/pet-health-hub/conditions/chronic-kidney-disease-in-cars I’m sure the vet will have asked questions to check for this so it’s just something for you to bear in mind.
Make sure you are feeding him an age-appropriate diet.
As he is getting old he may be a bit deaf so the flinch could also be that you are making him jump if you touch his back whilst he’s sleeping! As someone else suggest it could also be a bit of pain from arthritis due to his age - I would just make myself aware of his usual movements so you can monitor if he shows any signs of struggle like avoiding or having difficulty jumping. But as others have said - some cats just don’t enjoy being touched on certain areas! Welcome to cat ownership, you’ll never look back now!
It could be from scratching,I’m sure other kitty owners know more.
Try just washing with water, if that doesn't work, you could try this. I got it from amazon and it seemed to work on a sore bit of skin one of mine had scratched like mad. Obviously if things get worse do see your vet/vet nurse for advice.
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Ugh naughty little boy brought in another live mouse yesterday. I feel terrible for the mice and have no idea what to do especially as he seems to take pleasure in playing with them sadisticwlly, tried to catch it but couldn't so had to just leave him to it. Does anyone have any advice?! It's just happening more and more atm
I live in the country & my little tortie cat is a devil.
She only seems to be limited by the size of the cat flap as to what she brings in! Pigeons & Rabbits are no problem to her, along with the usual mice. Thankfully she's never fetched a rat in... so far
I keep a couple of boxes that cat food pouches come in, cut a small (mouse size) hole in one side seal them back up. The mice will hopefully run into them to take shelter. Then you can return them to the wild. NB take them a fair way away from your place if possible, as my cat has been known to recapture them from my garden.
I have repatriated many of the little chaps this way. Hope this is is of some help.
Great idea! Will try this, fhank you!I live in the country & my little tortie cat is a devil.
She only seems to be limited by the size of the cat flap as to what she brings in! Pigeons & Rabbits are no problem to her, along with the usual mice. Thankfully she's never fetched a rat in... so far
I keep a couple of boxes that cat food pouches come in, cut a small (mouse size) hole in one side seal them back up. The mice will hopefully run into them to take shelter. Then you can return them to the wild. NB take them a fair way away from your place if possible, as my cat has been known to recapture them from my garden.
I have repatriated many of the little chaps this way. Hope this is is of some help.
My big lad
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My whisper,bloody Baldy the sauirrel wanting he’s nuts,He chases Whisper out the garden,she’s terrified of him.
My kitten is still climbing my curtains! I've tried everything to stop her, distract her with other toys and take her down and say no. Will it ever stop??
Have you tried a spray bottle of water? Honestly, all I have to do is pick up something vaguely bottle-shaped and my guys stop whatever nonsense they're up to.
I might need to try that, she seems to like water though! My other cat was the same as yours, even if I was cleaning the kitchen and picked up a bottle he would go sprinting
