Why is my nearly four year old cat still as playful as a kitten?

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   Victoria Lynnposted 12 years ago

   Why is my nearly four year old cat still as playful as a kitten?
   
   She can play with anything--strings, boxes, my hair. She jumps on my back when I bend over. She's funny. I can get the other cats to play, but they lose interest more quickly. This one finds fun on her own. Still a kitten at heart.

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   Jessi10posted 12 years ago

   Well, thats adorable. My cat, Tigger, is the same way. After I had my son, two years ago, I got the feeling that she was mad at me. So, I began to play with her more, and pay attention to her whenever I could.. To this day, she can't sleep anywhere else besides my bedroom, and shes extremely protective of my son..
   
   I think that some cats are just playful with us. Its in their nature. Especially if they are your first cat, or the one cat who you feel a special connection to.. Its normal!

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   Dubuquedogtrainerposted 12 years ago

   I'd guess it's her basic personality and she's a healthy cat.

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   DearBanditposted 12 years ago

   It is just her personality. My guy is 10  years old and he still plays like a kitten. The good thing about her being like that is, you will be able to cheer her up by just playing with her

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   Meisjunkposted 12 years ago

   Because you're doing stuff right! A healthy cat is a happy cat who will still chase shadows, will still have a certain time each day or night she is most active (and playful!), and who will be comfortable with you and those who visit you. So you can give yourself a pat on the back and relax haha.
   
   TOO boisterous? I fixed that by letting my cat become a Mr. Fat Cat. XD He's uber adorable. His idea of active is rolly pollying and chasing shadows on the stairs.

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   fpherj48posted 12 years ago

   Four isn't really that old in the cat world.....but I would guess that her Mama has given her a wonderful life, good food and lots of playtime.  As I'm sure you know, every single cat in the world has a totally individual & unique personality.  My female is a stuck-up wench....my little boy is an impish trouble-maker......Sounds like your 4 yr old doesn't really care to grow up....like Peter Pan!!

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   consentinoposted 12 years ago

   Be happy she is, I think that your cat still being as playful as a kitten will keep her young for a long time.
   
   
   
   www.petsareagift.com

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   lisasuniquevoiceposted 11 years ago

   
   
   Victoria Lynn,
   I have a five-year-old Ragdoll cat and he is very playful. I think it's because he has a one-year-old little brother that keeps him on his toes. They're great together. After they run around chasing each other and playing, they go take a nap on the bed about two inches away from the other.
   Enjoy your cats,
   Lisa

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   lolaestrellaposted 9 years ago

   My cat is still playing like a kitten too! She hardly changes her character - always and forever curious, playful and love to snuggle at night. It's a sign of a happy cat. They are well loved and a proof that you did a great job!

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