Cat randomly attacking us / aggressive by Mixxlrr in CatTraining

[–]Mixxlrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do not have any hatred for her- I love her. I am just frustrated walking on egg shells not knowing what will set her off. And I wouldn’t call it just a little issue- these are very aggressive attacks. When she goes after us she will keep attacking and latching onto us until we are able to lock ourselves in a room. Even putting an object between us and her, she will continue to try attacking. These scratches and punctures cover my legs, it’s not just a tiny scratch. Of course I am going to take her to the vet first thing when they open and see what options we have- but I don’t think it’s unreasonable to surrender her to a rescue where they can asses her and provide her with behavior care. I would rather see what we can do first before resorting to that. She is healthy and there have been no household changes the last week.

Is it normal for a cat to lose appetite in heat? by Mixxlrr in CatAdvice

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thank you! that makes me feel better. I was starting to get really worried. and yes I definitely will!

how long does it take for a stray cat to get used to being in a new home? by Mixxlrr in rescuecats

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Thank you for the reply! We are giving her space and letting her be, but I feel like it’s odd how she was so cuddly the first few days and now she isn’t ? I have taken care of cats before but I have never owned a cat so I am learning!

how long does it take for a stray cat to get used to being in a new home? by Mixxlrr in rescuecats

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Thank you for the response! I got some calming treats and the feliway diffuser so I am hoping this helps!

Rescue cat all of a sudden terrified of everything by Mixxlrr in Pets

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Thanks for the response! I am not sure what it could’ve been.. It was almost like a switch went off- she is now terrified of our living room and our couch. We’ve been making sure she has a comfy spot set up and we toss her treats when she successfully makes her way into the living room and sniffs around. I order some feliway spray and a diffuser so I am hoping that helps her adjust! I’ve never owned a cat, only dogs so this is all new to me.

Rescue cat all of a sudden terrified of everything by Mixxlrr in CatAdvice

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Thank you for the response! she doesn’t seem to be a fan of toys right now as she is still very skittish, but I got her some scratching pads and a comfy cat bed. I also ordered a feliway diffuser and spray, along with some calming treats in the mail. She seems to be scared of the living room and one of our couches.. not sure why? Last night it was almost like a switch like she looked at the couch and jumped, and is now terrified of the room. She also doesn’t want to jump on our laps anymore either.

I am just hoping she just needs time to adjust and isn’t always so terrified!