Earlier today i was doing something and i got very frustrated and my cat came in and started bugging me, I picked him up and covered his nose and mouth with my hand he fought for a little bit then i let him go because i knew what i was doing was wrong, I don't know what to do my cat has already been scared of me because 2 years ago i hit him and sometimes i do hit him, I love him alot but i don't want to hurt him anymore. Please help me, And i do have ADHD but i don't take my pills anymore, Could that be the problem? Ever sence i stopped taking them i have been a very angry person, And only thought about violence but i would never actually kill something.
2007-12-21 10:11:57 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Earlier today i was doing something and i got very frustrated and my cat came in and started bugging me, I picked him up and covered his nose and mouth with my hand he fought for a little bit then i let him go because i knew what i was doing was wrong, I don't know what to do my cat has already been scared of me because 2 years ago i hit him and sometimes i do hit him, I love him alot but i don't want to hurt him anymore. Please help me, And i do have ADHD but i don't take my pills anymore, Could that be the problem? Ever sence i stopped taking them i have been a very angry person, And only thought about violence 2 or 3 times but i would never actually kill something.
And he always comes to me purring and i play with him alot, take care of him clean him etc.
2007-12-21 10:39:53 · update #1
Im not always angry but alot of the time i am, I can be the happiest and friendliest person ever.
2007-12-21 10:41:13 · update #2
I don't think the ADHD is the entire problem, but it could be part of the problem. My advice:
1. Can a friend or family member take the cat for a while? If not, find him a good home where he won't be afraid.
2. Get to a doctor about the meds you take, as well as a therapist who can help deal with the anger issues. Medications can be a big help, but you really need to see a therapist to help deal with behavior issues. Meds aren't a magic cure all. They work better when combined with therapy.
2007-12-21 15:45:24 · answer #1 · answered by judyrae41 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should give your cat to somebody. Right now if you are going through some hard times, you need to focus on yourself. You dont want to hurt your kitty but you never know. Also, if you are feeling angry all the time, you should get help, there is nothing wrong with taking pills or going to therapy, it doesnt mean you are crazy or that you are a bad person. The kitty doesnt deserve to be treated like that and you deserve to be happy. Give the kitty away.
2007-12-21 18:27:20 · answer #2 · answered by Sofy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes give the cat away if you really love the cat give him away cause all you are doing is hurting him and especially on fustrated days and there can be serious consequences not to you but the cat so i suggest you give him away of course give the cat to someone you know will take care of them and also umm try some pills maybe thats the problem try taking them again and see the results that may be the problem
2007-12-21 18:21:13 · answer #3 · answered by xEnvY4x 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is wrong with you, dude? He's an innocent animal. Absolutely find him a loving home NOW. See if a friend can take him for a while until you find him a home. Since you've abused him, his likelihood of being adopted from the humane society are slim. And check yourself into someplace for help. ADHD doesn't make you violent. My brother has it and he's a kind soul. I have no sympathy for people that take out their violent frustrations on others, especially animals. Sicko.
2007-12-21 18:31:59 · answer #4 · answered by Rosesarered 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like you have quite a bit of an anger issue, and until you get that under control, then perhaps your cat should be re-homed. Although you may think you'd never actually kill something, the risk of something like this going too far....is high.
2007-12-21 18:15:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that perhaps you should work on your anger problem by perhaps getting back on medication. However, you don't have to give your cat up completely. Find him a temporary home with a relative or friend until you get your issues under control. But, if you cannot get it under control I would suggest finding another permanent home for him.
2007-12-21 18:28:41 · answer #6 · answered by Strong Happy Marriage 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes i think you should give the cat away. I also think you should conciser taking your medication again (Unless you have a good reason not to, in which case maybe its time to ask the doctors for another type)
2007-12-21 18:19:28 · answer #7 · answered by Andia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont care what you have been diagnosed with. Trying to SMOTHER an animal is absolutely unacceptable and you have Got to get yourself under control. That poor little baby. Yes, definately find him a good home.
2007-12-21 19:10:50 · answer #8 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Find a no-kill shelter in the area, and ask them to find a permanent home for your cat. Please don't get another pet until you've completed therapy and are reliably stable. (BTW don't count on pills - you need to actually change your activity and behavior patterns.)
2007-12-21 19:07:05 · answer #9 · answered by dukefenton 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get yourself to your Dr. Maybe your meds need to be changed. Yes, see if you can find a home for the cat. Its not the animals fault.
2007-12-21 18:17:57 · answer #10 · answered by what u talkin' bout? 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋