Our newest addition, Cleo, is terrorizing Smokey. Some days are better than
others, but Smokey is not handling it too well. Cleo does this mostly when
we're not watching, so it's difficult to know what's happening. I suspect
it's mostly a territorial issue, but there are also times when she's just
trying to play and Smokey overreacts. I have caught Cleo stalking Smokey
like she's trying to drive her off. We do our best to keep them apart, but
this is not possible 24/7. Cleo has also had some issues with Cali, but Cali
will not put up with her crap. Cali has even been coming to Smokey's aid
after Cleo attacks her. The other factor is that Cali does not spend as much
time with me, so Cleo probably sees her as less of a threat. Cleo is VERY
clingy and is pretty much glued to a body part 24/7.

The best thing that could happen would be for Smokey to stand up to Cleo,
but this does not seem likely. This would not stop all the problems (Cleo is
not phased by either cat), but it would likely reduce the stalking and
random attacks. One of the biggest territorial issues is the bed; Smokey was
used to sleeping with me most nights. In the beginning Cleo would tolerate
Smokey in the bed, but she has been charging her lately when she tries to
come to bed. Smokey has become very skilled at sneaking under the covers to
avoid Cleo.

Fortunately Smokey is fairly easy going, so she has not exhibited any
serious behavioural issues YET. But I'd like to nip this before it gets any
worse. The first thing I'd like to try is some sort of behaviour
modification. So far we have been reassuring Smokey, scolding Cleo and
trying to keep them apart. Cali is also doing her part. :)  Any suggestions
appreciated. If this doesn't work I guess we could try Kitty Prozac,
although a shot of Testosterone would probably do Smokey wonders. Finally,
Cleo will be going to a new home if things progress as I fear they might.

TIA