Why is my indoor cat aggressive? Is she bored or needs enrichment?

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We found a stray cat. Had her spayed and all her shots. About a month she her being inside she started attacking. Could this be because she wants to go outside and play? (She always sits and watches from the windows or doors). Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 1 month old | 7.5 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

She may not be getting enough stimulation inside and she may be attacking for attention or secondary to stress. You could try playing with her for 20-30 minutes a day and offering plenty of toys for indoor enrichment. This information on aggression in cats could also help: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/common-cat-behavior-issues/aggression-cats

Why is my indoor cat aggressive? Is she bored or needs enrichment?

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