Breaking Up Cat Fights

A cat is a playful creature. Cats spend most of their time playing with something or someone. Put two cats together and they will be playfully fighting with each other, teasing each other in every chance they get. However, these playful fights might sometimes lead to some serious fights between them. Cats are very dangerous when they become furious. It is not difficult to find out whether the cats are fighting playfully or are planning to hurt each other. You will know instantly when the fight gets serious. It is imperative that you break up the cat fight as it might lead to hurting one (if not both) of your cats. Here are some tips that will help you in such a situation.

1. Use a broom to separate both the cats. Drag one of the cats to some other room using a broom. Keep him there until both of them calm. Do not try to touch the cat with your hand. As I said earlier they are extremely dangerous when they are furious and might even hurt you.
2. You can try and put a blanket on them. The sudden darkness sometimes startles them and they stop fighting.
3. Blocking the view between them helps sometimes. When you put something between the cats depriving them of each others sight; the cat which is afraid of the other one gets a chance to flee. The dominant cat also calms down when the other cat is no longer in its sight and then you can pick him up and take him to another room.
4. Another way of stopping the cat fight is by using water. But this method might turn out to be dangerous as the cats might get even more furious after you pour water on them. If you choose to throw water on them make sure you aim straight at their heads.
5. Keep you cats claws trimmed. This will minimize the injury that the cats do to each other.
6. Research has shown that spayed or neutered cats show less aggression. This could be a good way to prevent the cats from fighting and control the pet population.
7. Try not to have too many cats at your home. More number of cats means greater chances of them getting into a cat fight.
8. When you bring a new cat into your home you should be very careful about introducing it to the other cat. You should make sure both of them like each other from the starting. Encourage their good behavior by showing affection and feeding them. If they do not seem to get along then it is best that you give away one of the cats.

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Breaking Up Cat Fights

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Cat Biting - Breaking Bad Cat Behaviors

An aggressive cat can be a nuisance or a danger, but teaching them to stop doesn't have to be. If kitty bites you, here's how to stop it!

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Step One

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Identify your cats biting triggers and concentrate on correcting them. Some cats bite to show they're done being petted, some bite to assert dominance, while others bite to claim territory. However, some bite because it's fun! Still other cats attack because they're over-stimulated from playing the hunter. Learn the signs your cat gives before he nips at you.

Step Two

The next time your cat is in a situation that normally precedes an attack, become extra vigilant. Have your deterrent ready. Your deterrent can be a spray bottle with water, a metal tin full of change or just your own ability to hiss or blow your breath sharply into the beast's face! A loud clap or snap of the fingers might work too.

Step Three

Stay on your toes so that you can reprimand your cat as quickly as it happens. When he begins to attack, but preferably before when you see the signs, employ your deterrent. If your cat recoils and does not attempt to attack again, then this reprimand was a success and you're on your way to training breaking your cats bad behavior. However, if your cat recoils and then gets ready to attack again, be ready to deter him again - maybe with a different deterrent. Continue this until he gives up the battle. Trial and error will tell you which deterrents work best.

Step Four

Once you've found an effective deterrent, your cat will begin to figure out the rules. You'll have to continue to use the deterrent and to reprimand your cat with a common phrase like, "No," any time the behavior presents itself but at no other time. This is very important - he has to learn to put two and two together.

Step Five

Now that everyone understands the rules, it's time to reinforce good behavior. Whenever your cat ignores his normal biting opportunity, give him a treat. Remember you need to recognize the signs and triggers. Do not give him a treat after he has attempted to bite you EVER! This could result in the opposite of what you're trying to accomplish - bite for treat.

Step Six

Now it is time to play a slightly dangerous game called "Tease the Cat." Give him an opportunity to bite you... Don't taunt him or push him and over-stimulate him, just present the normal situation in which he might bite. If he goes for the strike, once again use the preferred deterrent. Hopefully your cat abstains from biting and when he does give him a treat! Success! Progress has been made.

Step Seven

Your feline companion will show you he understands by doing everything except biting. Instead of biting your fingers when playing, like he normally would, hopefully he'll lick your fingers, smack your fingers with his paws, or nudge them with his head. If he goes from this behavior to anything more than nipping softly, reprimand him but do not use a very strong deterrent unless he refuses to stop.

Step Eight

A very strong reprimand for a cat is to be denied attention and play time. If your cat is being very aggressive you can grab him by the scruff of the neck and, while supporting his weight with your other hand, hold him as far away from your body as possible. Continue to do this until he is no longer aggressive, and ignore your cat until he sweetly mews for your affection. At this point give your cat the positive attention he deserves, but no treats. Be kind but firm and you will soon have a friendly cat.

Hopefully someone will get some use from this article. Learn more about your cats behavior and enjoy your time together.

Cat Biting - Breaking Bad Cat Behaviors

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