1. Why Are Cats Active at Night?
   Cats are naturally crepuscular animals, meaning they are most energetic during the early morning and around sunset. However, some cats may shift this cycle entirely to nighttime. Possible reasons include:

• Not expending enough energy during the day

• Irregular feeding schedules

• Lack of attention or loneliness

• Instinctual hunting behavior

• Absence of consistent routines

1. Signs of Nighttime Activity

• Running around the house during nighttime hours

• Attempting to knock over objects

• Scratching doors

• Loud meowing

• Trying to wake their owner

1. Is This Normal or a Problem?
   Nighttime activity is often normal, but if it becomes consistent and affects quality of life, intervention may be necessary. It may indicate that your cat’s physical or mental needs are not being sufficiently met. In some cases, health issues such as hyperthyroidism or aging can also contribute to this behavior.

2. Ways to Reduce Nighttime Activity

a. Increase Daily Playtime

• Engage in 15–20 minutes of intensive play with your cat in the evening

• Use toys that stimulate hunting instincts

b. Feed Before Bedtime

• Cats usually settle down after eating

• A full cat is calmer and more likely to sleep

c. Manage the Sleep Environment

• Close the bedroom door if you don’t want your cat to enter

• Provide alternative sleeping areas

d. Provide Stimulation During the Day

• Offer different stimuli to prevent inactivity

• Provide window perches or puzzle toys for mental engagement

1. What to Do if Your Cat Wakes You Up

• Do not respond when the cat wakes you, as this reinforces the behavior

• Stay quiet and patient

• If your cat expects food at a certain time each morning, consider using an automatic feeder

6. Ne Zaman Veterinere Başvurmalı?

Eğer gece aktifliği birden bire başladıysa ya da:

- Kediniz yaşlıysa
- Uyku düzeni tamamen bozulduysa
- Huzursuzluk, iştahsızlık gibi ek belirtiler varsa

bir veteriner kontrolü gerekebilir. Sağlık kaynaklı sorunlar dışlanmalıdır.

Sonuç

Kedilerde gece aktifliği doğal bir durum olsa da, aşırı hale geldiğinde hem sizin hem de kedinizin uyku düzenini olumsuz etkileyebilir. Oyun, beslenme düzeni ve çevresel zenginliklerle bu davranış kontrol altına alınabilir. Sabır, tutarlılık ve anlayış, kedinizin geceyi daha sakin geçirmesine yardımcı olacaktır.