Hello everyone!

So despite her abscesses (infected puncture wounds), Zelda seems to be doing okay so far. She has been home with is since Saturday, so less than a week. Obviously she is FILLED to the brim with energy, which is what brings me here!

My husband and I have noticed that if we are around, she wants to play. The first day we had her, she fell asleep in my lap on the couch. Since then, it seems like she will NOT settle down to sleep unless we leave her completely alone. If we are there, she is at full speed! If we're gone (or if she thinks we're gone - she's not allowed upstairs just yet), she'll settle down and take a nap. I have also noticed she usually only eats if we aren't there, although she has eaten in front of me a few times.

Is this typical? I haven't had a kitten at home in about 13 years, so my memories may just be fuzzy, but I'm fairly sure my prior cats were able to get some rest in after play - even if I was still around. Zelda has yet to do this, even if we spend hours playing, and I'm wondering if this is something she'll eventually grow out of (maybe we're just too new and interesting right now) or if this is just typical bengal behavior to be aware of. :)

Thanks everyone! Apologies for all the new parent questions, lol.

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Guardian of Zelda - Brown Spotted Bengal

Zelda sounds like a typical bengal kitten to me! They are full of energy and want to play nonstop! Of course Zelda sleeps -- all cats sleep! She may just take short kitty naps. I think as she gets older, she will settle down a bit more and probably want to sleep with you. Mine sleeps through the night (after he gets me up once to feed him--if I completely ignore him, he will go back to sleep). You just have to be patient and wait this out. In the mean time, play with her and wear her out completely before bedtime.

You are absolutely right, Cranberry. Recharging the energy for when mommy and daddy come home to play with me.