How to Stop Siam's Squalling?
by Pat Aboud
(El Paso, TX., USA)
We rescued Siam our male Siamese who is about 5 or 6 years old now. He is neutered. I am gradually losing my sanity though because Siam will not stop making noise. He squalls almost constantly unless he's sleeping. If he's indoors he squawls until we let him out. Within minutes he's squalling to come back in then out again. It seems as if nothing ever satisfies him. We have tried feeding him when he does it. Not the answer. Does he want in?, Out? None of the above. Siam is in perfect health. His coat is beautiful, teeth are perfect. No body odor. Loves to be petted and purrs almost as loud as he squalls. Please help us. My husband is almost totally deaf so it isn't as much of a problem for him. Although he even hears Siam and gets nervous when Siam is really wound up. We love this cat a lot (obviously) he's still here in spite of himself. We have 4 rescued animals. 2 cats and 2 dogs. They all get along well with each other. Please, Please help us.
Thank you,
Pat Aboud
>Dear Pat,
I feel for you, I really do. But I don't think you can take the Siamese out of Siam. His behavior is genetic and will be difficult if not impossible to change.
I have never lived with a Siamese cat, but many have been at my practice for the day or boarded for several days. After a bit, the "talking" does have the ability to be a bit irritating.
I don't know Siam's background, but if you rescued him and he had any kind of stressful experiences before he came to live with you, that could be contributing to his "hyperactivity".
It sounds like he's a very happy cat and you've given him a great home. I hope you can work this out. Maybe some of our readers will see this and offer suggestions. Anyone can comment on any question and answer by using the comment form at the end of the question and answer.
I will also ask my office manager tomorrow if she has any suggestions. I know she has lived with a Siamese cat, possibly more than once.
Good luck.
Dr. Neely
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