1. Increased confusion or disorientation:
Cats with FCD may appear lost or confused in familiar surroundings. They may have difficulty finding their food bowl, litter box, or other usual spots.
2. Changes in social interactions or decreased interest in interacting:
Cats with FCD may show reduced interest in socializing or engaging with their human family members. They may become withdrawn or exhibit changes in their response to affection.
3. Alterations in sleeping patterns:
FCD can disrupt a cat's sleep-wake cycle, causing changes in their sleeping patterns. They may sleep excessively during the day or experience restlessness and insomnia at night.
4. Litter box issues, such as inappropriate elimination:
Cats with FCD may have accidents outside the litter box. They may forget the appropriate location or have difficulty controlling their bladder or bowel movements.
5. Loss of previously learned behaviors:
Cats with FCD may forget or struggle to perform behaviors they previously learned, such as using a scratching post or responding to commands.
6. Increased anxiety or vocalization:
FCD can cause cats to become more anxious, restless, or vocal. They may meow excessively or display signs of distress or agitation.
7. Disrupted activity patterns:
Cats with FCD may show changes in their activity levels. They may become less active or exhibit aimless wandering or pacing behaviors.
8. Reduced grooming habits:
Cats with FCD may neglect their grooming routine. Their coat may become unkempt, and they may show a decline in personal hygiene.
9. Unexplained changes in appetite or weight:
FCD can affect a cat's appetite, leading to either increased or decreased food intake. Weight loss or gain may occur without any apparent reason.
10. Decreased responsiveness to stimuli:
Cats with FCD may become less responsive to their environment. They may fail to react to familiar sounds or stimuli that would typically elicit a response.
