When Cats Are Aggressive

Cats are usually considered relatively calm and peaceful animals. Many assume that a cat will be loving and docile, playful and independent, in other words, acting like a cat, if they are just given good food, clean water and a safe place to rest.

While many cats are just that, the truth is that cats can have as many different personality traits as a human. Some cats prefer to spend their life on the couch in a zen kind of way, other cats are constantly on the go, bouncing off the walls,high strung and energetic. Some cats are very independent and may not want to be cuddled while yet others can cuddle for hours, purring contentedly.

The one personality trait that does not go over very well is when the cat has aggressive tendencies. With dogs it can be more acceptable since dogs have the reputation of protection, but an aggressive cat is not something most people are looking for.

Aggressive cats can inflict a lot of damage. While a cat can't compare to the damage that can be done by a large dog, their speed and agility can cause some great pain. Aggressive cats should never be around young children with supervision.

While some cats may have natural tendencies to be aggressive, most often cats become aggressive due to some form of abuse. Cats that have been tormented by a sadistic past owner may well become aggressive as a form of self defense.

What should you do if your cat is aggressive? First, get some books about cat behavior. Learn to see the signs if kitty is getting agitated. Cats will give off signs that will give you time to back off. Feliway is a product used to calm anxious cats and to lower aggression. Also be gentle and demonstrate tenderness towards your cat so she learns to trust you, and include some quality playing time to increase your bond.

It may be that your cat is just aggressive by nature, or is acting aggressive due to a dog in the house, or young children. while aggression is most often due to fear, it can not always be trained away. If your cat is a risk for young children or babies, it may be best for all involved to find your cat a home with no children.

By: Virginia Sutherland

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