Hi,
My male cat has always been aggressive in his own but a couple of weeks ago
I was savagely attacked by him and he was growling hissing and swiping at
me. I had him desexed and it seemed to help.
I have been hissed at a couple of times since then and last night when I was
in bed reading and petting him at the same time he turned on me again this
time he did not attack me but the arched back, hissing and growling was
back.
will this be a continual problem that I have? I don't know if I will be able
to keep him if this behavior continues. the first time he attacked me I
ended up with massive cuts all over my legs from his attacks and do not want
to face this again. does anyone have any suggestions?
I really don't want to get rid of him because he is the best but if I have
to I will.
Thanks
Kevin
Dzlman95 - 05 May 2007 12:02 GMT
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Wow... This seems unusual to say the least... How long have you had
him? Perhaps it's medical, have you asked your vet about his behavior?
Usually cats are pretty docile unless they feel threatened or are being held
against their will. If the attack was unprovoked, I'd take him to the vet
for a full medical evaluation... Maybe he's got a tumor or something...
Catlover Medway - 06 May 2007 15:43 GMT
Yes, I'd definitely agree that a vet check is essential to rule out anything
medical.
See "Petting and biting syndrome" here:
http://www.celiahaddon.co.uk/pet%20problems/cats/frameset.html
And more useful advice here:
http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/aggression.html
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