Have a cat behavior problem that needs solving? If so, visit http://www.secretsofcats.com today to get expert information on how to train your cat and eliminate cat problems quickly.
No matter how long mankind has been domesticating animals, they are still at their core the wild creatures we took out of their native habitats long ago. All it takes is a perceived threat from any direction to set your cat off. The problem that many cat owners have is that they tend to anthropomorphize (apply human traits to) their cats. No matter what you think or do, your cat is a cat, not a human, and you cannot understand exactly what they are feeling if you try to apply human rationale to it.
A minor problem that plagues some cat owners is pouncing. In general, pouncing is funny when cats do it to each other, other animals, or inanimate objects, but they can cause injury and serious infection when they playfully bite their owner's toe. All you have to recognize is that cats still have that predatory instinct in their genetics and have it in them to attack things. It is a good way for them to expend energy and it's perfectly natural. Just be aware of it and be ready; give your cat plenty of toys and other things to take out their frustrations onbesides your toes.
Another important key to a calm and loving cat is socialization. This is actually the most important. As soon as you can, start socializing your cat with not only yourself but other people as well. If this isn't done you cat will learn to be fearful of people and that's where the most severe cat bites and attacks are rooted from. Be sure to pet, love, and praise your cat regularly. This will keep your cat from fearing people, but instead to associate them with love and affection.
Some cats simply don't like to be handled for long stretches of time, maybe as an extension of their independent streak. If your cat will only tolerate three to five minutes of petting at a time, let them go. No matter what you do, every cat (and every other animal for that matter) has its limits and they'll come back to you when they feel like it.
At times, your cat may not be feeling well, and since they don't know how to express what they need in words, they will bite or scratch when in pain. If your cat is reacting aggressively to normal petting there may be something wrong. Take them to a vet immediately to rule out any health concerns.
All you need to do as a cat owner is see things from their point of view every once in a while. Don't apply human emotions and motives to your cat; they have a different way of reacting to things than we do. In order to control your cat's aggression, all you need to do is have a pretty good grasp of animal behavior and actively on making your cat the best pet they can be.
- Related Videos
- Related Articles
- Ask / Related Q&A
Beware-Puppies for Sale
By: Mel C | 28/12/2009A puppy will make a delightful addition to your family and help to teach the children to put away their toys. But make sure it is what the whole family wants and that you have room for a lively dog.
Tetra Fish
By: Alfred | 28/12/2009If you are keeping tetras, chances are you are breeding tetras, even if unknowingly. In the wild, tetras normally breed during the rainy season, but in the aquarium, they may breed year round. Female tetras are egg-scatters that typically fill with eggs every ten to fourteen days.
Zhu Zhu Pets: Should You Bring the Zoo Home?
By: Mike Weston | 28/12/2009Most kids crave pets while lacking the maturity needed to handle the many responsibilities that go with owning a pet. Cepia LLC, the renowned makers of the Power Puff Girls action figures, have come up with what they claim as being the perfect answer to this dilemma: Zhu Zhu Pets. These...
Dog House Plans: Keep Your Dog Comfy, Build a Dog House
By: Janet D. Lugciano | 28/12/2009Maintain your dog comfy by building him his very own dog house. This can be a enjoyable weekend endeavor the entire family can share in. Before you begin, pick a good site. Wind, rain, snow, etc.. are factors to take into factor when you pick and choose a spot for the...
What Is So Great About A Maltipoo
By: Charlene Lauver | 28/12/2009Their high level of intelligence makes training the Maltipoo a snap. This designer breed loves to be held, cuddled and kissed. They are extremely loyal to their family and love to be part of the action, playing with kids and other dogs, large or small. Because of their loving nature, they make excellent therapy dogs.
Taking your Goldendoodle to work
By: Dee Gerrish | 28/12/2009As the Goldendoodle dog becomes more popular, many doodle owners are beginning to take their dogs to work. As the doodle rises from its bed underneath their owner's desk, it isn't uncommon for the Goldendoodle to waltz itself from cubicle to cubicle, picking up treats along its way.
Surprising Ferret Care Tips
By: Jayne McAllen-Smythe | 28/12/2009Some surprising important ferret care tips that most people will overlook whenever they are considering getting a ferret as their next family pet. Ferret care is not something any future ferret "parent" should approach lightly. Not only is his diet pivotal to a long life but other factors need to be taken into consideration to ensure he has a quality life.
Gourmet Dog Food - Signs of Good Nutrition
By: Dr Janice Elenbaas | 27/12/2009An article highlighting what one should look for in their dog to monitor their overall health. Emphasizing the need for either healthy natural dog food or human grade dog food the article gives some very specific info on what is good health and what is questionable.
5 Top Reasons Your Cat Stresses Out
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 17/06/2009 | PetsWhether it's our finances, job, or other problems that cause it, we all get stressed out at one time or another, but did you know that your cat can get stressed out as well? Every animal on the planet (including humans and cats) can get stressed out due to various internal and external factors. If you're cat is stressed and you don't know why, here is a list of some of the most common causes.
How to Easily Toilet Train Your Cat
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 17/06/2009 | PetsEveryone's heard of cats out there using a toilet rather than a litter box. Most of us probably just think that those cats must be specially trained in the same manner you would train a circus elephant or an animal that's used on a movie set, i.e. it is way over our heads. The fact of the matter is that these cats have simply been trained by their owners using consistent training methods. Anyone can do it.
The Top 5 Ways to Cope with Your Cat's Scratching
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 17/06/2009 | PetsAlmost all cat owners know that cat scratching is just a natural part of cat behavior, but what most cat owners are not ready to deal with the issue of cats scratching up their home. So to prepare, and educate cat owners here are 5 methods to coping with your cats scratching problem:
How to Crate Your Cat
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 17/06/2009 | PetsThere are many people out there that believe there is no way to train a cat, but this is not the case. These same people believe that cats are too independent and stubborn to listen to their owners commands. This is also not true. Cats are trainable, and it's actually quite easy to do. You just have to know how they think, because they do not learn the same way as dogs do. One thing that a lot of cat owners would like to know how to do is crate train their cat.
Cat Aggression: What Can You Do?
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 17/06/2009 | PetsNo matter how long mankind has been domesticating animals, they are still at their core the wild creatures we took out of their native habitats long ago. All it takes is a perceived threat from any direction to set your cat off. The problem that many cat owners have is that they tend to anthropomorphize (apply human traits to) their cats. No matter what you think or do, your cat is a cat, not a human, and you cannot understand exactly what they are feeling if you try to apply human rationale to
How Cat Training Can Fix Your Cat's Behavior Problems
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 12/06/2009 | PetsMany people believe that it's only dogs that need to be trained. This is just a myth. Cats behavior improves greatly and your relationship strengthens with you and your cat once you have employed a little cat training. Plus, cat training sessions give your cat something to focus their energy on. Many cats become destructive if they naturally have a lot of energy and they do not burn it off.
How To Eliminate Cat Aggression
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 13/05/2009 | PetsMany people do not understand why one minute our cats can be loving, affection, and playful, and then the next minute our cats are biting, hissing, and pouncing us. What causes them to behave this way? Is it something we did? Can it be stopped? Well, of course it can. We simply need to understand our feline friends a little better.
Crate-Training Your Cat
By: Kathrynn Kelley | 13/05/2009 | PetsIt is said that 'dogs have owners, cats have staff'. Cats are world-renowned for their independent streak and their propensity for completely ignoring their owners until they need them to do something for them.