Cats Behavior Problems
Cat Behavioral Problems: Solve Them Quickly and Easily
It is important to try and solve cat behavioral problems as quickly as possible. This is because the more a certain behavior is repeated, the harder it is to try and break the cycle of bad behavior.
Solving cat behavioral problems is one of the most frustrating and stressful situations you can be in. While at times it seems that you are alone, realize that there is a lot of help available to you from lots of different sources like website, books, and articles.
Most people make the mistake of just wanting the solution and not seeking out the original cause of the behavior problem. This results in people trying a wide range of things that do not work because they are not correctly identifying the issue or they are listening to people who are not cat behavioral experts.
For example, a cat may stop using the litter box for a number of different reasons. Maybe the litter box has been recently moved, the box is not clean enough, or maybe there is a change in the household routine. This and a lot more reasons exist for a cat to stop using the litter box, and they each require a specific and different solution.
This is just one example of how important it is to identify the cause of the problem. Take some time right now to think about any recent changes in the house that might be affecting your cat. Many times the solution is much easier than you think.
To start your analysis of the problem you can break down cat problems into two general categories, litter box issues, and feline aggression issues. These are two broad categories, but almost all problems should fit into these two categories.
For there you can break down the problem even further in the categories, until you think you have arrived at the cause of the problem.
Also, it is important to take your cat for regular vet checkups. If you do have a behavior problem with your cat it is always important to rule out a possible medical cause.
Hyperthyroidism and kidney problems are just two examples of how a medical problem can cause a change in the behavior of a cat. This is why it is important to have a physical exam done on your cat and possibly some blood work.
Another medical cause of behavior problems is urinary tract infections. Cats who have these infections may stop using the litter box all together and may start to urinate on beds and carpets.
Remember, you are not alone in dealing with this stressful situation. There are lots of websites, books, and articles out there that can provide you with the information that you need.
Take the time to try and understand what exactly caused this cat behavioral problem and then only use time tested and proven solutions from cat experts who know what they are talking about. Only by truly taking this time can you then solve the problem more quickly and easily.
For help solving cat behavioral problems quickly visit my blog at: Cat Behavior Products. Also check out my recent post about: Bad Cat Behaviors.
Bengal Male Cat Behaviour Problem?
We have recently bought 3 cats from a supposed breeder. 2 bengals (1 male (11 months), 1 female(16 months)) and a Siamese male (22 weeks). They all came from the same place and have been around each other for a while. we have since found they all have cat flu, ear mites, and had to get the 2 bengals neutered. They were fine for the first week or so but as soon as the female bengal came into heat the day before they were neutered, the male bengal started being unfriendly to the other 2. He then started attacking them, he managed to catch the siamese the first time and gashed his leg open, and we now have to keep them separated. We keep trying to introduce them and making sure no other attacks happen, but nothing seems to be working. We have tried the diffuser but this has done nothing. Can anyone help us acheive a happy household?
For starters, they all used to get on perfectly ok, they are all high active cats and that is not the problem. The problem is he attacks the other 2 now, which he didn't do before. His temperament is fine when he is on his own, very loving, its only when the other 2 are in the area that he goes on the attack.
De-clawing is NOT an option as its like chopping your finger off at the first knuckle and the vets in the UK refuse to do this barbaric act.
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Cat behavior problem: help!?
Help! My sister's two cats have gone _crazy_.
Both are spayed females. "T" is declawed; "B" is not. Both are around 10 years old. They never got along well, but they'd learned to tolerate one another. Then, T got stuck in a plastic bag. B attacked savagely. We managed to separate them--no physical injuries occurred--but T was clearly traumatized by the experience.
It's been four months since the incident, and the cats have had to be kept in separate rooms this entire time. If they're allowed into the same room, T will react defensively, and B will attack.
What's going on? We've tried a cat pheromone dispenser, but it hasn't helped. Putting one cat inside a large carrier-type box and bringing her into the other cat's room hasn't worked either (the cats are simply too freaked out to tolerate this, and neither is comfortable in a carrier anyway).
The cats are swapped from room to room each day, so they're constantly exposed to each other's scent.
Suggestions?
What about seeing a vet for cat valium? If we sedated both cats and put them in one room together, do you think they might get over the hump and return to their previous relationship (largely, live and let live)?
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Cat Behavior Problems. Urinating on Bedding and Bed.?
My female kitten, which is 10 weeks old, has a problem with urinating on bedsheets, bedspreads, and the bed itself. She actually peed on my spouse and myself one night.
She uses the 2 (two) litter boxes we have through the house, and she is the only animal in the house.
I took her to the vet today, and he said keep her confined to one room, but how long will that work... it doesn't correct the problem.
How can I correct the problem? I don't really know how to properly discipline a cat.
PLEASE HELP ME!!!
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Major Cat Behaviour Problems, oh please god help!?
My kitty is a little over 1 year old, female, spayed. Everyday around 3am-7am she will paw at my bedroom door and meow for HOURS to see me. I know she just wants to see me because once I open the door out of frustration and walk out and it shuts up and follows me, not caring about going in my room.
If I leave my door open or let her in she will knock over EVERYTHING and get into things she's not suppose to. Example: She knocked over a 5 lb. candle right on top of my PS2. Example: She jumps on top of my tv and tries to jump into the window sill.
Another thing she does is she will run right up to you and bite you really hard and jump off faster than you can say "OWWW!" She usually nips my legs or my arms. She even bit my elbow once!
This behaviour is making me so depressed and frustrated. I can't sleep. I can't walk around without her biting me with her little fangs. It brings me to tears because I can't keep living like this but I love my kitty.
She's strictly an indoor cat.
She's the only cat in the house.
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Cat behavior problems after vet treatment?
I've taken in a 2-year-old stray that had an injured foot. A few days ago I noticed a large abscess on his neck. I took him to the vet, the vet drained the abscess and put in a tube. Ever since the cat has gotten increasingly difficult. He used to be really affectionate and loved to sit on my lap, now he avoids me all together. I have to fight with him to get him to take his meds. He keeps jumping up on the counters and seems to be trying to be intentionally defiant. Is he just pissed and will he get over it?
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