My cat is mean as hell, he fights and bites anybody and everybody, and sometimes he just scratches me if i walk by him...please tell me what this is about.
2006-12-13 02:31:51 · 9 answers · asked by ♥12-9-08 a prince was born♥ 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
My cat is mean as hell, he fights and bites anybody and everybody, and sometimes he just scratches me if i walk by him...i cant even rub him without him snapping at me, or trying to bite me.please tell me what this is about.
2006-12-13 02:34:34 · update #1
This aggressive kind of behavior is painful and frustrating to deal with, try to remember that cats never do anything without a reason. They are actually very predictable creatures, and biting and scratching are cause and effect behaviors just as most undesirable behaviors. There are two basic kinds of biting and scratching behaviors in cats, and both of them are often originally caused by our own human failings. Trim His Claws - and it will take quite some time to retrain your cat. Meanwhile, you might as well protect yourself from damage. Claw trimming should be done regularly, anyway. There is no need ever to declaw a cat because of scratching behavior.
Yell "Ouch" - Don't scream it, but say "Ouch" loudly and clearly. While you have your cat's attention, slowly remove your hand from his clutches. Don't yank it away or he'll think play is on, and he'll grab it again.
"Scruff Him" - This is one of the most effective forms of discipline of cats. It mimics the punishment given a kitten by his mother when he became unruly. Grasp him by the scruff of the neck and firmly push him groundward, while saying "No!" in a firm tone of voice. Hold him in this position for only three or four seconds and release. Chances are, he'll slink away, thoroughly chastened, to bathe and recover his dignity. But he'll remember this lesson for a long time.
Redirect His Attention - Often playful biting of hands or feet occurs simply because your cat is bored, and is looking for a play object. Give him 15 minutes of active play with an interactive toy. Da Bird is a great choice. For two years it has defended its position as the top interactive toy as well as the top overall toy in my Top Picks.
2006-12-13 02:38:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means that he is the ruler of the house- he is the dominant animal. You need to change that. What you can do is next time he goes to scratch/bite you, yell a big NO and scoop him up on your foot and toss him. Nothing hard to hurt him, but enough to upset him into thinking twice before he does it again. After a couple times, your cat should get the idea. He has been dominant probably for a long time now, so every person may have to do this with him until he learns to be more submissive (and stop attacking)
2006-12-13 02:36:56 · answer #2 · answered by D 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My first question, is he neutered? If not, he has a lot of kitty testosterone and that is making him aggressive. In most cats, fixing them takes alot of the fight out of them. If he is neutered and is still mean-he may not feel bonded to you, you may need to spend some time with him. Some cats don't like being alone during the day, he may be upset with you leaving him alone. I would call my vet and ask him about this.
2006-12-13 02:39:18 · answer #3 · answered by AlisonLinda 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the cat neutered?
An unalterd male cat will be much more agressive than one who has been altered.
If he is neutered and this is a fairley new behaviour for your cat I'd recommend that you take him to a Vet.
A change in a cats behavour can sometimes indicate a medical problem.
2006-12-13 02:35:40 · answer #4 · answered by gracieandlizzie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Territory he is in charge of everyone and everything, sounds like you let him get away with to much. Seclude him in a small room for 24 hours with a litter box, a pet bed food and water.
Let him out for small amounts of time, but when he is bad return him to the room.
Be very strict on what you allow him to do, he doesnt pay rent so he shouldnt have control over the hosue. =)
Good luck.
2006-12-13 02:36:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
My cat spot does the same thing.I think it is because he needs to be neutered.If you cat isn't maybe it will help with the aggression.
2006-12-13 04:44:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if hes not fixed it could be the problem also if he is declawed can cause them to bite
2006-12-13 02:47:37 · answer #7 · answered by delichottie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He probably needs to be fixed. This is what tomcats do.
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2006-12-13 02:39:18 · answer #8 · answered by truth_handler 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good heavens! if he's not already fixed DO SO! ASAP. huge difference. other wise, ask your vet. maybe he hurts.
2006-12-13 02:40:48 · answer #9 · answered by Isis Is: HOPEFULL HOUNDS RESCUE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋