What should I do if my cat doesn’t sleep at night? ——Analysis of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days
In the past 10 days, the issue of cats not sleeping at night has become a hot topic in the pet circle. Many cat owners have asked for help on social platforms, saying that their cats are extremely active at night, which seriously affects their owners' sleep. This article will combine hot discussion content across the Internet to analyze the reasons why cats don’t sleep at night and provide structured solutions.
1. Statistics of hot discussions on the entire network

| platform | Amount of related topics | Maximum heat value | Main discussion direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23,000 items | 856,000 | 62% are seeking help | |
| little red book | 18,000 articles | 542,000 | Experience sharing accounts for 78% |
| Zhihu | 460 questions | 321,000 | Professional answers accounted for 91% |
2. Five reasons why cats don’t sleep at night
According to the popular answer on Zhihu by veterinary expert @猫DR (98,000 likes), the main reasons include:
| Reason | Proportion | Typical performance |
|---|---|---|
| Biological clock disorder | 42% | Sleeping too much during the day |
| dietary problems | 23% | Eat too much before going to bed |
| environmental stimulation | 18% | sensitive to light |
| Not enough exercise | 12% | inactive all day |
| health problems | 5% | accompanied by abnormal symptoms |
3. Ranking of the top ten popular solutions
TOP10 solutions with the highest likes on Xiaohongshu (data statistics period: last 7 days):
| method | Recommendation index | Effective time |
|---|---|---|
| Adjust feeding time | ★★★★★ | 3-5 days |
| Increase exercise during the day | ★★★★☆ | About 1 week |
| Use pheromones | ★★★★☆ | Instant |
| Arrange a separate sleeping area | ★★★☆☆ | 2-3 days |
| Limit daytime sleep | ★★★☆☆ | Need to continue |
4. Special reminder from experts
1.avoid punitive measures: A popular poll on Weibo shows that 87% of punitive behaviors will cause cats to become more anxious.
2.Pay attention to age differences: Kittens (<1 year old) are 3-5 times more active at night than adult cats, which is normal.
3.Be alert to pathological factors: If accompanied by howling, hitting walls, etc., seek medical attention immediately.
5. Sharing of successful cases
Douyin user @猫星人DI’s transformation plan received 230,000 likes:
| time | measures | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1-3 | Add 1 hour more time to play with cats every day | 30% reduction in nighttime activities |
| Day 4-7 | Adjust the last meal to 20 o'clock | Quiet time extended by 2 hours |
| Week 2 | Install automatic toys | Can basically sleep all night |
By analyzing the recent hotly discussed content on the Internet, we can see that solving the problem of cats not sleeping at night requires systematic adjustments. It is recommended that scavengers choose a combination of 3-5 methods based on the characteristics of their own cats. Significant improvements can usually be seen in 1-2 weeks.
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