This light, short vocalization, accompanied by circling and tail-chasing, is an expression of excitement during self-play, common in energetic kittens or bored adult cats. Many owners misjudge it as tail injury or physical discomfort, but it's just playing with its 'moving toy'.
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Chase Tail & Vocalize: Self-Play Euphoria
Tail-Chase Excitement Call
🪶 Tail-Chase Excitement Call
追自己尾巴叫,自娱自乐嗨翻天
How to respond
Join in the interactive play, use a wand toy to divert its attention, avoid joint damage from excessive tail-chasing.
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