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UhBell Jul 13, 2023

YSK: Cats don't like their whiskers touching their food bowl. This is why they beg even if food is still left at the bottom.

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YSK: Cats don't like their whiskers touching their food bowl. This is why they beg even if food is still left at the bottom. - Lemmy.world

Whisker fatigue causes stress and overstimulates their senses. Using a flat bowl or plate will relieve this issue and allow your cat to eat all their food without stress. You can also search for “whisker fatigue” bowls specifically made for cats. More info [https://www.petmd.com/care/whisker-fatigue-cats-what-it-and-how-help]

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SakaiSama Jul 13, 2023

Is this also why my cat drinks from the far side of the bowl?

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🇰 🌀 🇱 🇦 🇳 🇦 🇰 🇮 🏆Jul 13, 2023

Yes, and also they have a hard time seeing water. They prefer wide, shallow dishes for both food and water.

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TitanLaGrange

they have a hard time seeing water

When my cat was a tiny kitten learning to drink from a bowl he would always dip his face in too far and get a nose full of water, causing him to sneeze. He learned to always dip his paw in the water first to see where the surface is before putting his face in. He still does it every single time. It’s pretty cute.