when you go to the bathroom your cat follows you and you don't know why you're not alone many people post pictures of how their kitties lie at their feet when they go to the bathroom but few can say why this happens in this video I'll explain the reasons for this Behavior so you'll know why your cat follows you when you need to go pay attention one they need to be by your side this is the most common reason and applies in most cases your cat needs to be by your side cats are animals that enjoy
your company and if you go to the bathroom they'll want to spend that time with you this often happens more frequently if you spend many hours away from home when you come home and go to the bathroom what they want is to be with you so they'll lay by your feet even in the bathroom although this is the most common cause for your cat following you to the bathroom it doesn't have to be your case there are other reasons that cause this Behavior as I'll tell you right now two they can't stand a closed door
cats are very curious animals and if there's one thing they can't stand it's closed doors they know that when you go into the bathroom you always close the door so they'll want to come in to see what's going on inside if you want I can make a video just talking about why cats hate closed doors comment below if you're interested if it's because of the closed door that your cat always accompanies you to the bathroom you'll have to decide whether you want them to come in with you or if you prefer them to stay outside
meowing for you to open the door three they want to drink water there are some cats who love drinking running water and will do anything to get a sip bathrooms have the peculiarity of having various sources of fresh water and your cat knows this if they accompany you to the bathroom but stay by a faucet it's because they simply want fresh water and are taking advantage of the moment you enter to ask for it if your cat follows you because it wants to drink water you may consider buying a cat fountain they're very cheap and
perfectly simulate the running water a faucet can offer four they're bored in the bathroom there are several elements that can provide entertainment for your cat it may seem uninteresting to you but think that if your cat is bored any of these objects will serve as entertainment for them when they accompany you to the bathroom they can interact with any of these objects or even with you in the bathroom you have fewer things to do and you're more likely to pay attention to your feline and they know that but be careful because some of the objects
in the bathroom can be dangerous for your cat for example if you have a cabinet with cleaning products it's better to keep it closed so your cat can't enter and interact with those toxic products five they're feeling hot the bathroom is usually one of the coolest areas in the house if you've noticed that your cat likes to sleep or simply goes to the bathroom when it wants to take a nap it may be because it's looking for a cooler place maybe you normally keep the bathroom door closed so your cat waits for you to enter
to be able to access and lie down on the sink or on the cold bathroom floor if this is your case I encourage you to let them in so they can regulate their temperature and rest in a more pleasant Place six they need something here you'll have to observe your cat well to find out another possibility why your cat accompanies you to the bathroom is because it needs something and when that happens it's quite normal for them to sit and stare at you for example they may be hungry wanting to play or simply not feeling
well if you think your cat is accompanying you because it needs something from you pay attention to find out what they want when you open the door to leave the bathroom follow your cat to see where they go this will give you a good clue about their needs seven curiosity about smells and sounds cats have incredibly sensitive II noses and are naturally curious about their surroundings the bathroom is a place filled with different smells and sounds from personal hygiene products to the sound of running water your cat may be following you to investigate these sensory
stimuli and satisfy their innate curiosity they may find interest in smelling different surfaces such as tiles or rugs and in watching the movement of water in the sink or toilet but as I mentioned before be careful with cleaning and hygiene products eight company and security cats are animals that highly value their territory and the people they consider part of their social group by following you to the bathroom your cat may be seeking your company and also looking for security in your presence they may feel more comfortable knowing you're nearby especially in an environment that may
be considered more vulnerable for them like the bathroom where they feel vulnerable when doing their business and many times their litter boxes are in the bathroom and with you nearby they may feel safe nine learned habit cats are intelligent animals that can learn through the association of events and consequences if your cat has realized that following you to the bathroom results in extra attention such as cuddles or even treats they may keep doing it as a learned behavior even if initially there wasn't a specific reason for them to follow you the behavior may have been
reinforced over time due to the positive consequences it received you know when you shake the bag of treats and they come running it's like that 10 hunting Instinct cats are natural predators and have a strong hunting Instinct even in a domestic environment they may be interested in the movements of small insects and arachnids like flies or spiders that may be present in the bathroom your cat may be following you hoping to have an opportunity to hunt or investigate something they perceived as potential prey additionally they may be attemp attentive to any sudden movement or noise
that may indicate the presence of a small animal 11 affection and attachment your cat may be following you to the bathroom as a way to show affection and attachment cats can develop strong emotional bonds with their caregivers and want to be close to them at all times following you to the bathroom may be a way to show that they care about you and want to be involved in your daily life even in the most intimate activities 12 company during moments of vulnerability cats are animals that value the safety and comfort of their environment when you
go to the bathroom for them you're in a moment of vulnerability because you're busy and your focus is on the activity you're doing your cat May perceive this and want to be present to offer emotional support and protection they may see their role as a guardian and protector and being by your side during these moments may be a way to express their concern and affection for them being close to you is comforting and can help them feel safer in their shared territory as well 13 curiosity about human habits lastly cats are skilled observers and may
be interested in human behaviors when you go to the bathroom you're engaging in an activity exclusively human which may Peak your cat's curiosity they may want to better understand what you're doing and how it fits into their understanding of the world around them additionally cats are social animals that learn through observation and may be following you to the bathroom as part of their natural desire to understand and integrate into the domestic environment and family routines now that we've gone through the 13 reasons why your cat follows you to the bathroom which one would you say
applies to your case tell me in the comments and if you want to keep learning about our feline companions watch the video that's on the screen where we talk about 16 things that emotionally hurt a cat by knowing these 16 things you'll have the opportunity to avoid them and make your cat happier click on the screen and continue with us in the amazing feline world
