Why does my cat roll on his side and kick his chin like crazy?

If she seems in distress while doing this, is unable to move or coordinate her limps properly, or appears to be having a seizure, it is best to seek veterinary care immediately. Illness, injury, neurologic or muscular issues, etc can all cause this to happen and should be treated by a vet immediately. If she is just rolling around, chirping, seems interested in the environment around her, and seems to be enjoying herself, this is a normal behavior of cats and just means she's feeling comfortable.

Rolling on the back in cats is actually a defensive position rather than a submissive one, so it could be that Sake' was a bit startled or upset. If you've had a lot of changes in your home (the new furniture and an ill family member) that could definitely stress out a cat and cause some behavioral changes. Giving him a few days to settle in and relax may help. In some cases, sudden behavior changes can indicate an underlying illness or pain. If the behavioral changes don't settle back down or worsen, a vet visit to rule out any issues is always a good idea.

Cats can have erratic behavior sometimes if they are playing or otherwise "wound up" however licking and chewing at the body during this behavior is not normal. Your cat may be exhibiting pain (especially with the muscle twitches and licking/chewing) and is trying to get your attention about this. Where he is licking can also indicate where the problem may be such as the back, legs or even urinary tract. (Urinary blockages are common in male cats and can present with symptoms such as excess vocalization, licking and chewing at the urethra/penis, attempting to urinate without success, or signs of severe distress and is a medical emergency). If your cat is presenting with these behaviors it may be a good idea to schedule an appointment with your local vet to make sure there is not an underlying pain or illness causing it.

Unfortunately, without a video, it is very hard to explain what Nancy may be doing. Kittens love playing and often rolling around on the floor is a very normal behavior. My cats do that all the time.

Yes, a lot of cats will do that. I don't think I would be terribly worried about it. I would only worry if the cat was doing this behavior when it was not associated with grooming. Hope that helps. Best wishes!

From reading your description, I think I know what Apollo is doing and it's something that may make you a little grossed out. It could be that he is masturbating. Even neutered cats will do this because it feels good, and the behavior is shown by kneading the front paws and movement from the back legs including kicking them out or appearing to have spasm like motions. He's cleaning himself after he is done. I'd be concerned about fleas if he was scratching a lot, overgrooming, and losing fur along his back by his tail and on his stomach. You can get him to stop this behavior by distracting him when he starts with a toy or treat, or picking him up and moving him. I hope this helps!

Hello, The behavior you have described is concerning for a primary neurologic disease which may be infectious especially in a young cat. In order to get a diagnosis, you will need to have Skunk examined by a veterinarian. The veterinarian will need to perform diagnostics such as bloodwork and x-rays. If the veterinarian suspects primary neurologic disease, they may recommend evaluation by a veterinarian that specializes in neurology. Prior to the veterinary appointment, try to video a few episodes to share with your veterinarian.