Cats are peaceful animals by nature, but it is true that they can fight sometimes. Either because of the territory or because there is a cat in heat, these furry ones also use their nails and even their teeth if necessary to defend what they think is theirs.
That is a very unpleasant moment of tension for humans, so in Noti Gatos we are going to tell you how to avoid cat fights.
Bringing a second cat home should be a cause for celebration and joy for all members of the family, including of course the cat that already lived with us. But of course, this is not always the case. And it is that we cannot forget that they are very territorial, and that they also do not take changes very well. Although the problems can be avoided. It is much easier than we might think at first, since really, everything is based on be very patient and respect cats at all times.
You don't have to do anything they don't want to do, and you can't be in a rush to get results. So, to avoid fights and unpleasant situations it is very important that we socialize them correctly, keeping the new cat in a room for a few days, swapping beds, and later, letting them see and smell each other from a safe position. On this article you have much more information.
Another possible cause that causes two cats to fight is the Stress. A tense family environment harms the emotional health of animals, to the point that not only can they have a loss of appetite and / or apathy, but they can also get angry with each other for anything, even if it is silly. Therefore, it is very important that we try to ensure that the environment in the home is calm and pleasant for everyone. If necessary, we will take as a routine retiring a few minutes to a quiet room, where we can sit in an armchair, close our eyes and mind for 10 or 20 minutes.
It seems not, but when you open your eyes, you'll see how much better you feel… and that's something your furry friends will notice 😉.
And how can you do when a stray cat comes and bothers my cat? This happens almost every day that cat is bigger than mine and several times I left him ugly wounds; Maybe this is due to the fact that on several occasions that cat was placed in my house and ate my cat's food, but is there a way to prevent that cat from coming back?
Hi Klau.
I recommend you leave your cat indoors for a while, and during that time spray the door of your house with cat repellent. If you see him (the stray cat), look at him with wide eyes, staring; This is a threatening sign for them, and it won't take long to get the message.
It takes time, but in the end it sure stops going.
A greeting.