why is my kitten so aggressive all of a sudden?
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For reasons that remain unknown, some cats may suddenly become aggressive when being petted. Possible explanations include overstimulation and an attempt by the cat to control when the petting ends. Handling, bathing, grooming, and nail trimming can also cause this type of aggression.
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What is Aggressive at Night? Aggression can be unnerving for any dog owner, regardless of the time of day. Barking, lunging, growling, and biting can become intense and scary if your dog becomes nervous. But if your dog becomes more aggressive when the sun goes down, it may be a sign that something may be wrong.
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For example, male cats may become more aggressive, spray urine and try to escape the house when they are in their sexually mature stage. However, female cats usually become more loving, and some tend to rub against almost everything while also being very vocal.
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Aggression in Female Cats After Going Into Heat. ... When your cat is in heat, she's jonesing for a mate. And like anyone else trying to make a love connection, she's bound to behave a little erratically. However aggressive and weird her behavior seems, rest assured, it's normal -- as normal as cats can be, anyway.
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Kittens usually adapt fastest; within a couple of hours or days. By six months old they are more fearful and may take a few days. An adult cat may take a week or several weeks to come around. If she runs under a cupboard or into a hiding space, leave her to come out in her own time.
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Another reason for your cat's crazy behavior could be because some cats are nocturnal and become more active at night. If a cat isn't getting enough exercise during the day, it may act especially crazy. ... If it has no outlet for all this energy, the cat may exhibit some crazy behavior. Kittens are especially energetic.
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An excellent explanation for this strange behavior can be caused by a number of triggers. er suddenly become aggressive toward each other, the problem is generally fear-induced aggression. Neither of the cats seeks the other out, but if they run into each other, both will act startled and attack.
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Aggression in female dogs during their heat is a common complaint. Drastic hormone changes can adversely affect a female dog's mood and can predispose to acts of aggression even if she has never been aggressive before. ... If she is aggressive towards other dogs, keep her away from them during her cycle.
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Kittens Need to Bite Something The reason kittens bite us is simple: they're natural predators and they want to practice their attack on a moving object. ... Actively playing multiple times a day before meals is a great way to help kittens develop their motor skills, learn appropriate habits, and get out pent up energy.
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Aggression in Cats. Aggression is the second most common feline behavior problem seen by animal behaviorists. Although cat aggression is sometimes taken less seriously than dog aggression—perhaps because cats are smaller and don't pursue people to bite them—aggressive cats can be formidable.
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The root of most aggressive behavior is fear. Combine fear with a situation where a dog has not been raised and trained humanely and the result is often a disastrous cocktail of fear aggression. ... Another common root cause of fear aggression is a lack of appropriate socialization during the dog's development.
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As the big day nears, your cat will become more affectionate and clingy. Young cats are often specifically anxious, especially during their first pregnancy. Don't leave them alone too much.
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Unneutered male kittens are usually significantly more aggressive than their fixed counterparts. Fights are a common, everyday occurrence for tomcats. Competition and testosterone drive the tomcat world, often to the point of danger.
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Your adorable kitty may behave way differently than its normal temperament that will leave you amazed for a while. However, if your feline companion does not seem more affectionate, do not take it personally, because it is a normal instinctive behavioral change in all cats before dying.
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If your cats suddenly start fighting when they previously lived together without altercations, the first step is to take them both to your veterinarian for medical evaluation. Medical problems can cause a cat to be in pain, grouchy or confused, which increases the likelihood for aggressive behavior.
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Nocturnal Instincts Another reason for your cat's crazy behavior could be because some cats are nocturnal and become more active at night. If a cat isn't getting enough exercise during the day, it may act especially crazy. Many domestic cats spend their days alone indoors while their people are at work.
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Either way, the cat is driven to use its claws and possibly its teeth to complete the attack. In kittens, most aggression is caused by fear or curiosity. ... A kitten that's protecting its "territory" from a perceived threat or interloper (such as a small child or another animal) also may become aggressive.