Energy

It may be hard to tell if your cat is sleeping 14 hours a day or 16, but energy level and playfulness are great gauges for health.

Casual Chat

You can probably tell the difference between your cat’s "Pet me!" meow and their "Feed me!" meow. Pay attention for new vocalizations that may be cries for help.

Good Aim

A litter-box trained cat should hit the target 99.9% of the time. If your cat suddenly starts leaving the worst kind of surprises around the house, talk to your vet.

For the most part, cats' personalities aren't closely tied to their breed. The feline family is much more closely related than their canine counterparts.

Is your cat a lap sitter or a solo act? If your cuddler is suddenly keeping their distance or vice-versa, they may be trying to tell you something.

Your cat's personality can change as they age. They tend to settle into their personalities around the age of two. After that, sudden changes are uncommon.