HOW TO HANDLE AN AGGRESSIVE CAT

​Aggressive behavior can also be an indication of health issues. Aggression in cats includes hissing, growling, swatting, biting, exposed claws, an open mouth, or a stiff stance. What to look for is the cat's body language ears are pressed back or flattened, whiskers are upturned or angled forward, and tail is twitching or bristled, pointing to a potential aggressive outburst. Cat aggression is the second most common behavioral issue in felines. You need to find out what is causing the behavior and evaluate the situation that caused the behavior.

In a medical condition, the cat is in pain and will lash out at humans and animals.
Environment that is not safe, the cat can feel threatened, and cats like alone time to relax. Be sure your cat has enough space in a safe place to relax. Defensive signs when in fear are, flattened ears, tucked tail, hissing, spitting, growling biting, or scratching.

Herbs are a natural way to help provide your cat with a calming sensation, like catnip, silver vine, and valerian root. Bach Rescue Remedy is a natural remedy to calm the cat while traveling when there is a stressful event or loud noises. Approach the cat from the side so you're less threatening. Give the cat treats or catnip.

​Most of the time, negative behavior can be fixed is best if you catch it early on.
Aggression can be reduced by getting your cat neutered or spayed. It is imperative not to console an aggressive cat, as this may be perceived as approval of aggression, do not show fear.