🪄 Monday Mew Minute: Help for Clingy Cats

Hey cat parents! 👋

So your furry boss has decided you're now on 24/7 petting duty. Sound familiar? One minute you're trying to work, the next minute there's a persistent meow-symphony and a very determined paw tapping your arm. Again. And again. And again.

Here's the thing— Welcome to Monday Mew-Minutes: your emergency inbox hotline for whatever cat chaos you're dealing with right now. Short. Practical. Tested on our own drama queens.

Today we're tackling the clingy cat situation. Whether your kitty is 2 or 12, excessive attention-seeking can hit any cat when they're bored, stressed, or just figured out that you're an excellent source of on-demand entertainment. The good news? This behavior is totally trainable. Below, you'll find 3 proven strategies to reclaim your personal space and turn your shadow kitty back into an independent feline.

🕒 1. The "Office Hours" Game Changer

Think of yourself as having office hours for pets. Pick three specific times daily—maybe 7am, 3pm, and 8pm—and go ALL OUT with attention during those 15-minute windows. Chin scratches, belly rubs, the works. Outside those times? You're "closed for business." Your cat learns the schedule and stops treating you like an all-day buffet of affection.

🎯 2. Redirect That Energy

Create "hunting" opportunities around your home. Hide small treats in different rooms, use puzzle feeders for meals, or even crumple paper balls and toss them when your cat starts demanding attention. The goal? Make your cat work for rewards instead of getting them just for being persistent.

🛌 3. Night-Time Boundary Setting

If your kitty's clingy behavior peaks at bedtime, establish a consistent routine. Feed them a small meal before bed (tired cats sleep better), provide a cozy spot near but not on your bed, and resist the urge to give in to 3am petting demands—even if the meowing feels endless.

⚡ Upgrade Your Game

Ready to level up? The Petstages Tower of Tracks gives your attention-seeking cat something actually engaging to focus on. It's like giving them a job that doesn't involve you!

Drop us a line about your cat's most ridiculous "pet me NOW" moment—we love a good drama story! #ClingyKittyClub

🪄 What's your next cat conundrum? Hit reply and tell us what's making you question your life choices as a cat parent—we'll tackle the best ones!