My cat is still aggressive with new kittens after months. What to do?

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  Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on June 8th, 2018

  Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. This is not an uncommon story so don’t feel bad! Usually this stems from underlying anxiety- probably starting with getting the new kitten. Below are some tips that have been shown to reduce stress for cats and may help settle things down at your home. If these are not helping after a month or so, consider talking to your vet about anti-anxiety medication which can make a world of difference. -Feliway- calming cat pheromone- comes in many forms from pet stores or online. - Adding a litter box. Studies show that the ideal number of litter boxes for a home is #of cats +1 . This is regardless of how clean you keep his current litter box. - making sure she has plenty of “high space”. The safest (and therefore least anxiety-inducing) place for a cat is up. If you don’t have one (or two) already, get a cat tree or put up a shelf or two that she can go perch on. Best of luck to you and the kitties!

  

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  Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on April 3rd, 2019

  I’m so sorry to hear about Tommy! My best guess is that he is very stressed about the move and the new cats he now has to get used to. There are several things you can do to help him feel less stressed. -Feliway- calming cat pheromone- comes in many forms from pet stores or online. 

 - Adding a litter box. Studies show that the ideal number of litter boxes for a home is #of cats +1 . This is regardless of how clean you keep his current litter box. 

- making sure he has plenty of “high space”. The safest (and therefore least anxiety-inducing) place for a cat is up. If you don’t already, get a cat tree or put up a shelf or two that he can go perch on. Keeping him away from theotber cats for a few days to make sure he has no competition for food or litter boxes can also help. If no improvement in a week, or if worsening in any way, see your vet. Maybe there is a medical reason for his lethargy (pain, disease, etc) Best wishes to you and Tommy.

  

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  Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on August 25th, 2018

  Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Congratulations on the newest family member. Time and the ability to be alone will be most important but here are some other suggestions for reducing stress in cats. -Feliway- calming cat pheromone- comes in many forms from pet stores or online. 

- Adding a litter box. Studies show that the ideal number of litter boxes for a home is #of cats +1 . This is regardless of how clean you keep his current litter box.

 - making sure he has plenty of “high space”. The safest (and therefore least anxiety-inducing) place for a cat is up. If you don’t already, get a cat tree or put up a shelf or two that he can go perch on. Best wishes to you and Mousewhisker!

  

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