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Why is my cat aggressive towards people and hissing? How to help him?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

He is being aggressive with people besides my mom and myself. He hissing but not attacks please help me I love my cat and don't want to get rid of him

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on September 4th, 2017

Most cats are aggressive due to stress in the environment. However I would recommend taking him to the vet to just make sure he is healthy. IF he is healthy you can try feliway a pheromone to help decrease stress. Also increase exercise, hide toys around house and increase levels with cat trees. All these things help the cat use energy and help decrease aggression. hope that helps!

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