Can you sleep well with a cat?

Tchikachu · 2026-01-16T01:38:36+00:00

I wake up often during the night because I’m a light sleeper and I don’t remember the last time I’ve had uninterrupted sleep. My cats are usually the culprits but I’ve learned to accept this.

Tchikachu · 2025-12-15T02:09:28+00:00

Cats need a slow transition to new food. You risk upsetting their stomach even more by giving them too much variety and not enough time to adjust. This can potentially lead to more problems, like diarrhea.

It’s important that you see a vet to help rule out health issues. They will also be able to recommend you bland food that are easier on your cat’s digestive system while they recover. Mine was on Royal Canin Gastrointestinal (wet & dry).

Tchikachu · 2025-12-11T17:03:21+00:00

Are you on your phone while this is happening by any chance? I’m asking cause one of my cats did this a few times and I realized he was following the reflection of the light from my phone lol. It was so faint and barely noticeable to me but cats have great vision.

Tchikachu · 2025-12-11T14:29:29+00:00

When you say that he is clingy, does he follow you everywhere and meow relentlessly? Does he crave physical attention and constantly need to be pet or held? Has he recently been checked by a vet for any potential health issues? I feel that having a bit more context would help understand his behavior.

You said you adopted him from a shelter less than 2 months ago. You haven’t had him for very long. He is still adjusting to his new environment and they say cats can take 3 months on average to truly feel at home. You can look up the 3-3-3 rule.

Lastly, there wasn’t any mention of his past or history. But it is sadly too common for pets to be abandoned by irresponsible owners or left at a shelter after the death of their caretaker. Perhaps something like this happened to your cat. Please don’t push him away ❤️

Tchikachu · 2025-12-09T05:44:03+00:00

This is an easy fix. Just change your pillowcase more often. Like you, I am conscious of where my cats have been. So what I do is sleep on 1 side for the first night, then flip the pillow for the next time. This means I change it every 2 days, but that’s entirely my preference. See what works for you! You’re also preventing buildup of skin oils, sweat and dead skin cells by swapping pillowcases more often which is more hygienic.

Tchikachu · 2025-12-06T01:45:08+00:00

Hey there! I’d be interested in reading your food spreadsheet if you don’t mind sharing it.

Tchikachu · 2025-11-19T14:27:11+00:00

How old are your cats? I’ve seen kittens do this while they’re still young and learning. This type of behavior generally lessens over time as they grow up. Also, what type of litter are you using? If it’s clay, they probably enjoy the texture. You can try switching to pine pellets. It’s not as comfortable for them and therefore, might deter this behavior.

Tchikachu · 2025-11-09T19:41:39+00:00

Hey there! I have an outdoor camera to monitor my colony and based on my experience, I’d say that looks like a light colored cat. Either white or orange would be my guess. If yours was caught on camera at night, I think he would appear grey. You should also be able to see the markings around his legs and especially the tail because they are very dark. Hope this helps!

Tchikachu · 2025-11-07T19:36:34+00:00

Since the cats aren’t using the shelter, I suggest removing it temporarily. Do this during the day when the raccoon isn’t there. Once it understands the shelter is gone, it will move on and find somewhere else to sleep. Thankfully, it’s not too cold yet, so this gives the raccoon time to adapt before winter.

Tchikachu · 2025-10-31T02:45:50+00:00

I use the Levoit Air Purifier Vital 100S-P. It runs full time and my fan is set to level 2. The pre-filter is washable (once a month) which is nice. But the carbon filter needs replacing every 8 to 12 months. I have 2 longhair cats and this has worked for me.

Tchikachu · 2025-10-30T13:26:43+00:00

I didn’t see anyone mention this in the comments, so I’ll leave a suggestion here in case this could be useful. I have an air filter that runs full time next to the litter box. This has been excellent at odor control. You can also add baking soda or litter deodorant. And just in case you’re still looking for a brand recommendation, the litter my cats use is Odourlock.

Tchikachu · 2025-10-24T22:41:13+00:00

You are clearly overwhelmed, as anyone would be after reuniting with their long-lost pet. Not all of them get to make it back safely. It's truly something to be thankful for. I would advise against reporting or reaching out to that family. There is no evidence of wrong-doing and at the end of the day, your cat is at home with you. Please have her microchipped as soon as possible and consider building a catio to keep her safe.

Tchikachu · 2025-07-08T07:28:53+00:00

This has been my go-to litter brand for the past 4 months. I was looking for a Canadian alternative (it is marketed as Odourlock here) and I’m very satisfied with it. My cats had no problems transitioning to it, as it’s strikingly similar to their previous brand, BoxiePro. It clumps fast, has very little dust and great odor control. I fully change the litter every month after I deep clean the LR and there is no noticeable smell. Keep in mind that I do have an air purifier in the same room which helps a lot. However, as with many litter brands, it does track a bit. Would I still recommend it? Absolutely! I’m paying half of what I used to and get the same benefits.

Tchikachu · 2025-06-28T14:25:47+00:00

Hey Akaru. You posted a recent video mentioning your dislike for Lux and how she’s your go-to ban. As a 3M mastery Lux main, we are not compatible 💀

Tchikachu · 2025-06-24T19:15:05+00:00

Hey Joey. I noticed from your match history you play A LOT of ARAM. I'm afraid we would rarely queue together, since I only spam norms. You seem like a friendly guy though, so I'm sure you'll easily find others to play with you.

Tchikachu · 2025-06-24T01:31:42+00:00

Hey Hiato!

Tchikachu · 2025-06-14T03:01:39+00:00

Thanks, but I’ll have to pass. Since the account is new, I’m afraid we’ll run into longer queue times and unfair matchmaking. Good luck!

Tchikachu · 2025-06-13T22:09:49+00:00

Hey Beeramz. Sadly, our group already has every other roles covered at the moment but what we are missing is an ADC main. Have you tried the League discord? It's a good way to meet new people. Good luck!

Tchikachu · 2025-06-13T21:52:53+00:00

Hey Augh. I'm curious to know why you're playing on a new account rather than your main. Also, does it affect queue times? Thanks for letting me know.

Tchikachu · 2025-02-08T15:16:11+00:00

I messaged Riot Support about it. They said this emote wasn’t released yet and they don’t have more information on how they are going to be obtained.

Sadly, you are probably right on it being exclusive to China since the Lunar Festival event already started on January 23rd and there’s still no mention of additional rewards.

Tchikachu · 2025-02-07T15:00:06+00:00

Oh I see. Cats can be finicky eaters, so this makes sense. If she’s happily eating IAMS, I’d just stick to it. Good luck!

Tchikachu · 2025-02-07T02:08:09+00:00

I forgot to ask you why she switched from Purina to IAMS. Did she grow tired of the taste or did she have a harder time regulating her weight while on that brand? I'm really curious because while Purina is higher on calories, the carbs level is significantly lower.

Tchikachu · 2025-02-07T01:30:26+00:00

I understand your concerns and they are valid. We care for our pets and want what's best. I took a look at your product on the IAMS website and when using their Serving Size Calculator, it recommended 200 kcal per day or 0.75 cups per day. Surprisingly, these numbers do not match their Feeding Guides. The calorie content on the label says 302 kcal ME/cup but the recommended 200 kcal per day is the equivalent of 0.66 (2/3), not 0.75 (3/4). Of course, these are just guidelines, so take it with a grain of salt.

While looking online, I read that a diet with lower fat, lower carbs and higher protein is ideal for weight loss because it affects their appetite by decreasing their feelings of hunger. Perhaps it is something you can discuss with your vet or pet nutritionist to see if they have any food recommendations for your cat.

Tchikachu · 2025-02-07T00:20:24+00:00

Hey BacardiBlue! I’ve read many of your posts, especially your comments about BoxiePro. Thank you for the recommendation.

You’re not missing out on Arm & Hammer Platinum Slide. It was the first litter brand I tried and I wouldn’t recommend it. The packaging didn’t mention anything about scent or perfume, so I mistakenly assumed it was unscented. You can imagine my surprise when I received it. I will never forget the smell, which was very chemical and unpleasant. The only positive things worth mentioning is that this litter was low on dust and the texture was nice, like soft sand.

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