Likewise, many young cats chew and tear objects when exhibiting predatory behavior during play, with pieces torn off but not eaten. When an adult cat exhibits sucking behavior, the substance is not consumed, just sucking repeatedly and often accompanied by kneading of the front paws. Pica should not be mistaken for lactation behavior in kittens, which may continue into adulthood. Normally, the molars have holes for chewing such materials. Frequently reported items that cats may chew include wool, fabric, wood, plastic, paper, and plants (Case, 2003, Horwitz & Mills 2009). Pica involves the ingestion of non-food items. Quick Overview: Pica in Cats What is pica in cats?
Forget plastic bags, it’s the style of the month.Ĭats who obsessively lick, gnaw, and/or eat exhibit pica. Rest assured you are not alone, sometimes our lounge is like a shredder and other times our shutters have bite marks. Does your cat exhibit specific behaviors such as licking or chewing on fabrics, bags, cables, rubber, plants, straws, cardboard, and household items?
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