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My cat got a lion cut. Why is the other cat hissing and growling?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Siamese | Female | spayed | 7 years and 10 months old

I had one of my two cats shaved into a lion cut because of matted hair and my other cat is now hissing and growling at him, will this stop soon?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on June 20th, 2016

Yes, they will settle down and recognize each other shortly although it could take 2-3days

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

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    Yes, it may take a few days but they should stop. You can use a pheromone spray such as Feliway to calm them until then.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

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    The other cat is likely hissing and growling at him because the change of appearance is making him thing there is a new cat in the house . This is called non-recognition aggression. Since your cat left the house to go to a new place and returned, your other cat could be showing territorial aggression. Your cat should settle down in a few days. To help that cat, you can bring in a cat tree, which would give her vertical territory, with a safe place to perch and oversee their territory. You can also try Feliway, a diffuser that helps with cat anxiety. You can get these diffusers from your vet.

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