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My cat's aggression is becoming uncontrollable. I don't know what to do!
I've had my male cat (an orange tabby) for about 3 years. I adopted him from a friend of a friend.He came with no information or history, which I did not expect. I don't even know how old he is. When I first got him, I was told me was "maybe around 6 or 7". He is neutered.
He has been aggressive since the day I got him, but also affectionate. It's as if he WANTS to be affectionate, but is mistrusting.He is very aggressive towards (human) males, and other animals. I think he might have been an outdoor cat, but he came to me declawed. I also think he was abused. After a year or so, Milo really tamed towards me. But the past year or so, he's getting progressively worse. His behavior changes without warning. How do I help him? Or can he be helped? Adopting him out to someone else is not an option...I think it would be too traumatic for him. So I either continue living in fear of my cat, or I have him put down.I just want to do what's best for him. I don't want him to suffer or be in pai
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on Aug 22nd 2008
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This is a tough situation and I really feel for you. I am also impressed at your recognization at the possible trauma of adopting him out and not taking the easy way out and instead wanting to the best for him.
But unfortunately I don't think this is the sort of thing that can be answered adequately on a forum... I think a licensed vetrenarian might be what is needed here. We had a cat when I was growing up that developed a thyroid disorder as he got older that as it caused more problems made him more upset and aggressive. After the vet diagnosed it we were able to give him pills (daily, but if its worth it then its not a problem) that made life easier for him and his aggression subsided.
I suggest taking him to your local vet and seeing if there isn't something physically wrong. It sounds like your cat has had a hard life and if there is something a vet could do (even if putting him down is the best option) then you would be a saint for helping.
I wish you the best of luck.
Gizmo
answered on 8/22/08.
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In some cases of cat aggression, medication may be warranted. Some people may be against that, but my feeling is that it is better to have your cat medicated than it is to have to euthanize him or her. I have a website that has some cat training tips - including biting and scratching behavior. visit www.toilettrainacat.com and contact me with any questions. Best to you!
Member 852276
answered on 7/6/09.
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