RCS - Restless Cat Syndrome
Are you one of the millions of people suffering from Restless Cat Syndrome? Restless Cat Syndrome typically strikes between 4:00 am and 5:00 am. Symptoms include a sandpaper-like feeling ripping across your eye lids, the sound of rummaging coming from the back of your closet, a deep mewing vibrating in your ear, and the pain of small, sharp dagger-like claws being driven into your forehead. Some patients also experience a burrowing feeling under their bed covers and surprise pouncing on the dog. The cause of Restless Cat Syndrome is unknown, but research suggests that most cats can only go four to six hours at a stretch without being pet or fed. Depending on its bedtime schedule, a cat’s internal alarm clock will wake it up four to six hours later, requiring immediate and full attention. While there is no cure for Restless Cat Syndrome, there are some things you can do to treat the symptoms. The most effective treatment is Banishment to the Kitchen, which effectively removes the irritant, temporarily relieving the symptoms. Side effects include the sound of things crashing in the kitchen sink, louder mewing that resonates through the heating vents, and incessant scratching on the kitchen walls. Some sufferers have awoken the next morning to find the contents of their purses strewn across the kitchen. In extreme cases, Banishment to the Kitchen can lead to Dog Wanting to Go Out. Consult with your spouse about treatment options.