Why Does My Siamese Cat Yowl? Epic Reasons Here!


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Has your Siamese cat been making a lot of noises lately? Making noises is their way of communicating with you. Siamese cats make a lot of noise compared to other cats. This breed is known to be vocal and can continuously keep yowling and meowing throughout the day.

Siamese cats are very social creatures that demand attention. They yowl due to several reasons, including:

  • To get your attention
  • To let you know they’re hungry
  • To complain that they’re bored
  • To alert you when something is not OK

Wait, but that’s not all. There is a ton of reasons why your Siamese cat might be yowling as they try to talk to you, and that’s why you need to read on!

Siamese Cat

Why Do Siamese Cats Yowl?

A yowl is deep-voiced compared to an ordinary meow. Siamese cats are very vocal compared to other cats. They are also very affectionate, and they don’t shy away from getting close to their owners. They will let you know they’re around by a simple yowl.

At first, every yowl from your cat might sound the same to you, but, with time, you will learn that they all carry a different message. Let’s look at some reasons why your Siamese cat yowls.

If you are interested in hearing more specifically about why a cat meows so much, check out our article:  Click Here.

Cat Says Hello

Has your cat been yowling to you when you come home from work or when you wake up in the morning? This is their way of greeting you. Domesticated cats have perfected this behavior, and it’s one of their ways of being friendly and talking to their human companions.

Siamese have a particular need to be acknowledged, so morning meows and yowls are really just vocalizing: “I’m here! Good morning!”

Cat Needs Food Badly

When domesticated cats think they need food badly, they can yowl.  Domesticated cats have developed a habit of sometimes asking for food by yowling when they’re hungry or when it’s mealtime. If you notice your cat is yowling a lot during lunchtime, it’s probably best if you check if there is food in their bowl.

If you offer other treats at a specific time other than regular meals, your cat might get used to this, and they will always yowl or talk to you in some other way if they sense a delay in their daily treats.

Cat Needs Help

Cats, especially when they’re growing up, tend to get themselves into situations where they need help or are in trouble. Their tails might be caught by something, or they have dipped their head into a container, and they’re unable to get it out.

Perhaps the cat has climbed somewhere high, like on a tree, and it is unable to get down. Such yowls or meows are loud, and there is tension associated with them.

Cat Doesn’t Like Change

Have you just brought your cat to your apartment? Maybe you moved to a new place. Or perhaps you brought in another pet. If this is the case, you should expect your Siamese cat to yowl for days.

Changes such as rearranging the furniture in your home could affect your cat, as they’re not used to the new setup. It might take them a while to adapt to these recent changes, but before then, you should expect them to keep yowling.

Siamese Cat

Cat Doesn’t Feel Well

Have the yowls been constant lately, and your cat won’t calm down despite trying to feed them and play with them? There is a possibility that your cat might not be feeling well.

If you notice the following with your cat, you should start planning to see a vet for an immediate checkup.

  • Sleeplessness: Not enough sleep for the cat during the night.
  • Loss of appetite: The cat isn’t eating like normal.
  • Sluggishness: The cat hasn’t been very active.

Another possibility is that they might have gotten injured when playing. While it’s easy to notice wounds on your cats, it’s hard to detect twisted limbs unless your cat starts walking. However, they do avoid any movement, and they would sit in one place, yowling continuously. 

To read more about the health issues that Siamese cats may face, check out the “Siamese Health Issues” section in our article comparing the Siamese cat to the Devon Rex cat: Click Here.

Cat Wants Your Attention

Siamese cats are very social and require a lot of attention from their owners. To catch your attention, these cats will yowl at you constantly.

Unlike other cat species that may require their private time, Siamese cats don’t take well to loneliness and want your time, company, and attention.

When you see your Siamese cat making those constant noises, know that they need a simple stroke or a pat on their head.

When they get bored, they might start looking for a source of entertainment, and in most cases, they will want to play with you. They will even bother you, such as jumping on your lap and even interrupting your work.

Cat is Stressed Out

Cats can get stressed and depressed at times, especially when there are any changes in their environment. If you remove all their playing toys and fail to replace them, you should expect your cat to get agitated and make a lot of noise, which could definitely include yowling.

Another thing that cats can do when they get stressed is scratch furniture.  To learn more about what to do in this situation, check out our article about if cats will scratch faux leather:  Click Here.

A Content Cat

Once your cat gets used to your presence, they tend to develop a strong bond. One way they can let you know that they’re comfortable around you is by meowing. This meow is deep and is often accompanied by purring. It’s also common for the cat to rub their body around you with their tails lifted high.

Cat Wants to Mate

Cat romance remains a mystery to many pet owners. Cats use their yowls to find and attract mates. During this period, the yowls are usually louder than normal, and they often occur at night when your cat is outside.

If and when they’re done mating or haven’t successfully attracted a mate, you should expect them to go back to their usual yowling.

Cat Has Old Age

Cats tend to develop a mental condition such as dementia once they start to age. They get confused and lose interest in many things fast. During this stage, it’s likely that they will yowl a lot, and unfortunately, there is nothing you can do for them.

You may want to take your cat to a veterinarian to see how they can help manage their condition.

As cats age, they can change.  One of the ways they can change when aging is their energy level.  To learn more about this, check out our article on when cats become less playful: Click Here.

How do you Stop Excessive Yowling in Siamese Cats?

Constant yowling can get on your nerves, and if you do nothing about it, this behavior might continue for a while. After knowing what might be causing your cat to yowl, it’s time to take appropriate measures to manage their behavior. You can try any of these methods:

Help Them Adjust to new Changes

Being in a new environment can be stressful for your cat. In return, the cat will respond to this stress through constant yowling. Even though the cat might get used to these changes and adapt, it helps a lot if you offer a guiding hand to accelerate the process. To help them settle down, try doing this:

  • Provide security and comfort. Letting the cat lie on your lap whenever you have time might improve their confidence and help them get used to the new environment.
  • Let them have their space. Allowing your cat to hide in whichever spot they pick and is comfortable to it may also work, as long as you keep checking up on them.
  • Use your voice to soothe them. Letting them know you’re around by singing or talking to them will help them build up the confidence to come out, as they feel comfortable around you.

Play with Your Cat

If you’re not around your home most of the time, it will help if you get your cat toys they can play with to keep them busy. Even though you cannot substitute your attention with these toys, they will keep them occupied, especially when you’re busy or not around.

A great alternative would be to get another pet, specifically a cat, to keep your cat company and give them lots of playtime. With Siamese cats, it goes a long way if you get a cat of the same breed, as they are likely to have similar needs for attention and interaction.

Playing with a cat can stimulate their natural hunting instincts.  To learn more about whether a cat likes to hunt:  Click Here.

Take Your Cat to the Vet

If your cat is experiencing unusual behavior, like constant yowling, you can always consult the professionals – the veterinarians. Checkups with your veterinarian are a good idea, even if your cat is not yowling excessively.

You can schedule visits, maybe twice every three months, to keep the cat healthy. You should ask your veterinarian how often you should have checkups. Constant checkups make it possible for the veterinarian to catch and detect any possible condition before it is too late.

Vet with Siamese Cat

Conclusion

Video: Super Loud Siamese Cat

It’s a joy to have Siamese cats around you due to their affectionate nature. But you also need to learn what every yowl means if you want to keep them healthy and happy. Learning to deal with these yowls will make both your lives comfortable and fulfilling.

If you enjoyed this article and would like to learn more about the Siamese cat, check out a couple of our head-to-head comparison articles between the Siamese cat and another cat breed.  We go into great detail about the Siamese cat in these articles.  Try these articles out:

  • American Shorthair vs Siamese (New Popular Cat Comparison):  Click Here.
  • Siamese vs Burmese (The Unbelievably Gigantic Review): Click Here

Christopher Carlson

I have an Domestic Shorthair Tabby named Charlotte. She is full of energy when she isn't sleeping most of the day. I share what I learn about cats on this site.

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