Postpartum depression symptoms in female cats:

1. Depressed mood, no interest in food and toys, weight loss due to not eating, and even fatty liver disease.

2. Unwilling to pay attention to people, the usually docile cat begins to attack people, is unwilling to breastfeed, and sometimes attacks cubs.

3. The cat’s fur is dull, shedding a lot, or it always licks the fur somewhere on its body.

4. Begin to refuse to accept food from the owner. A large proportion of cats will experience varying degrees of depression symptoms and anorexia after giving birth, even if their owners actively feed them.

5. The originally docile and cute cat suddenly becomes extremely aggressive.

6. Sudden and frequent licking of own hair.

7. Walk around the house with the kitten in its mouth, constantly changing places.

8. Lying alone in the corner, even motionless.

9. Weight loss and lethargy.

Methods to relieve postpartum depression in female cats:

1. Stroking therapy. The owner’s stroking will make the cat feel safe and relieve tension. Of course, you should observe the cat's reaction while petting it. If it is resistant, stop immediately.

2. Smell therapy, let the cat smell familiar items that make it feel safe to soothe its mood, such as the owner's clothes.

3. Food therapy, choose food that the cat likes, and avoid mental stimulation of the cat.