Do cats grieve for each other?

Answer 1

I had a cat who was raised with an older cat from the time he was a kitten. The older cat did not even like him much--they had a relationship of hissing and swatting at each when they passed one another. Yet, when the older cat died, the younger cat seemed to go into a depression that lasted about a month. I asked a psychic what was wrong with my cat and said said he was grieving for another cat that had died (I had not told her I had another cat). I told her they never got along well to begin with, and she said, "Sometimes in the animal kindgom, a worthy advesary can be missed more than a friend."

Answer 2

Yes, cats can experience grief when a companion passes away. They may display signs of mourning such as loss of appetite, increased vocalization, or seeking out places associated with the deceased cat. Providing comforting and familiar routines can help the grieving cat cope with the loss.