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My cat attacks me and my children. How can I get her behavioral help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | 2 years and 11 months old | 4 lbs

My cat is super mean. She attack’s me and my children. I don’t know what to do. Is there a way to get her evaluated for something like this?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 27th, 2018

Yes, you can have her examined by your veterinarian to diagnose any medical causes for her aggression. If she is painful or uncomfortable, that would make her "grouchy". Once medical causes are ruled out, your vet may refer you to a veterinary behaviorist for evaluation. Behavioral modification, medications and pheromone products may make Pixie easier to live with. Review the article below for tips on handling Pixie when she is aggressive. https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-tips-to-handle-an-aggressive-cat/

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