2006-06-13 03:08:25 · 20 answers · asked by safarlsun33 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
My kittens do the same thing, but they will stare at the screen and try to catch the cursor with their paw. If there is anything moving or flickering on the screen they put their paw on it and try to catch it. If they are facing the screen itself normally there is some movement that has caught their attention. If they are facing you then the other answer is of course they want your attention (smile).
2006-06-13 03:42:18 · answer #1 · answered by tynett 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe it wants to play.
* Keep a rotating array of toys on hand.
*Some good cat toys you can buy: wand toys, balls with bells in them, catnip mice, and crinkly catnip things. Some great toys you already have at home: wads of paper, straws, and plastic rings from milk or juice containers. Put the toys away after playtime. If a toy is always out, it can become boring and unrealistic to kitty, like a mouse that never goes away.
* Make the toy act like a mouse or a bird to peak your cat's curiosity. Pretend that the toy is a frightened little critter. It runs away from the fierce kitty; it hides around the corner, it ducks under the rug, it freezes. Don't overdo it; subtle moves are quite effective. Vary the speed and direction of the toy. Bonus: set out boxes and tunnels that both cat and "mouse" can strategically use for cover.
* Let Kitty set the pace. You can't force a cat into playing, but you can try different approaches to see what generates interest. If nothing else, your creative attempts will amuse him. You might try dimming the lights, since cats like to hunt when it's darker. Match the action intensity to your cat's interest. After a while, you'll get to know his playing style and his look that says "I'm ready to play!"
* Let him win. Don't make it too easy; let your cat enjoy the pursuit. But when he comes in for the Big Pounce, let him score a direct hit and savor the thrill of victory.
* Play to strengthen a relationship or ease stress. Your cat will enjoy regular play sessions with you - you make his toys come to life. In a multiple cat household, an invigorating play session with the humans can help the cats get along.
2006-06-13 03:14:34 · answer #2 · answered by Still Doll << 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat does it too. Sometimes it's because he can see the mouse moving on the screen and it interests him, so he will sit and watch it. Or it's just because he wants me to pay some attention to him, and he knows that I am on the computer so he will sit directly infront of the monitor, so I HAVE to pay attention to him :) That's what I think anyway.... :) He does it ALL the time.
2006-06-13 03:12:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that cats cannot see the pictures on the screen itself, but just alot of moving lines. I guess its like when you try to take a picture or video of the TV or the computer sometimes. Apparently this is the only available form of entertainment for the cat. You should get another cat for it to play with.
2006-06-13 04:20:12 · answer #4 · answered by glitter_n_shine2009 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because it cannot understand why you would pay so much attention to that cold, hard inanimate object while you have a nice, soft and warm cat around to pay attention too (the same holds true for phones). It is the cat's way of saying "Stop paying attention to that silly inanimate object and lavish your attentions on me!"
2006-06-13 03:13:21 · answer #5 · answered by zharantan 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats seem to have an affinity for getting in the way. I can't spread papers out on any surface without a cat laying all over them. :) It's what they do best.
2006-06-13 03:15:57 · answer #6 · answered by dulcetpurr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it probably doesnt like it when your on the computer b/c your spending time on the computer and not playing with the cat. its probably just jealous....my cat does it to my brother all the time, just pick it up and set it in your lap and pet it, then it'll get the attention it wants.
2006-06-19 09:47:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat does it too if I spend what she considers too much time on the computer. She wants me to play with her so she blocks my view on the computer.
2006-06-13 03:15:02 · answer #8 · answered by lily 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just toss the cat out of the way. It will land on its feet every time.
2006-06-13 03:14:35 · answer #9 · answered by Retarded Dave 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat almost ruined our computer cause it was so warm and he was so cold.He slept on it.
It might b because you are paying attention to something other than him.
2006-06-13 05:20:55 · answer #10 · answered by Myaloo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋