Why is he doing this

So most nights the cat eats his wet food just fine but some nights he paws all around the bowl and doesn't eat much?

Should I be worried

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SethGreene531 · M

Their hunting instinct will engage even when provided consistent food, and whether there's prey or not.
It's also a form of play.
Some of my neighbor's cats did it all the time. To the extent of demanding outdoor roaming till 2 AM.

Cigarguy · 41-45, M

@SethGreene531 I know nothing about cat's I've never had one or wanted one

SethGreene531 · M

@Cigarguy No one quite understands them, or their many personalities.
They're not for everybody.

Crazy smart, perceptive, & very communicative; if one accepts you as a friend, it's like having a police bloodhound on your side.

Cigarguy · 41-45, M

@SethGreene531 cat's have always given me anxiety. But on a freezing cold night our boys let him in our our. He has no collar or tag on him. The kids feel in love, what's worse is my daughter formed a strong bond with him. I'm willing to deal with my own anxiety over this cat to make her happy. We are slowly getting to the point where I almost care about him......

SethGreene531 · M

@Cigarguy I hear that.

Once the kids take to an animal, it's harder to put them out. Especially if without tags.
Good of you to tolerate him for their sake. Sounds like he's almost therapeutic for your kids.

You're almost there. A few weeks more and he'll be family.

Cigarguy · 41-45, M

@SethGreene531 yes my daughter is on the spectrum and struggles with attachment issues. But the bond she was with this cat is worth a bit of anxiety I might have