Keep Cats Out Of Yard

Many households have successfully introduced more than one cat. Other households were not so lucky. What causes cats to the family to fight? Why are some households in several cats live in peace while others are scenes of rivalry? What can we do to bring harmony to your household multi-cat?

There are several possible causes of aggressive behavior between cats.

Territorial Aggression: Cats Both males and females are very territorial, much more than dogs. In this type of aggression, a cat stalk, chase the intruder and ambush. This type of aggression can occur when a new cat is introduced into the household or when a kitten is older. It is not uncommon for a cat to be aggressive toward one cat in the family, but not to another.

Redirected Aggression: This type of attack occurs against an animal (or person) that does not cause the behavior. An example of such behavior would still be an indoor cat because a cat outside in the yard, going to attack another cat sitting near the window as a substitute to attack the cat outside.

Defensive Aggression: A cat who feels threatened or frightened can attack because he believes he can escape. In this type of aggressive behavior, the cat crouching by pulling the legs and tail under his body, and laying his ears back. If you approach a cat in this posture, an attack is likely. Punishing a cat for this type of aggressive behavior will backfire.

MALE-ON-male aggression: This type of assault usually involves fixed, screaming and yelling, and many ritualized posture. The forward leap forward, trying to bite the neck of his opponent. The opponent falls to the ground, trying to bite and scratch the belly of the attacker. These cats can run, biting and screaming, and then suddenly stopping to take shape. Cats with this type of aggression is rarely injure each other in these battles, you can buy you should always check for wounds that can become infected.

What can you do?

aec Do not allow fighting to continue, hoping that the cats "fix things" in time. The more often your cat fight, the more the problem will become.

· Spaying and neutering, a great idea at any time, will reduce some types of aggression.

The separation sparring cats and keep them physically apart. Restart the introduction process slowly since the beginning. Do NOT allow cats squabbling to become great friends, to learn to tolerate each other without an open struggle.

· Discuss the issue with your veterinarian who may have useful advice (from a referral to a consultant in animal behavior with temporary medication). Make sure cats have quarrels thorough medical examinations, in addition to checking for injuries, aggressive behavior could be the result of an underlying medical problem.

Cats that have been well socialized as young kittens - with both positive experiences around people and other cats - are more likely to get along in a multi-cat family. However, as you choose to invite other cats in your home, you become much more likely to encounter conflicts. Think about your intentions and motivations before bringing more cats in your home.