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What would make two generally friendly cats start attacking each other2007-11-25 12:29:43

I'm not a "cat person" by any means, so forgive me if this is a stupid question!

I've got two cats (Brother and sister) who are generally quite good pals. But today, they've started attacking each other. Like, full on catwars. They circle around each other and pounce and stratch and all sorts of rather scary stuff. I know that cats sometimes play rough, but it doesn't look like playing to me. They're really going at it.

So, is this just a fluke thing that they'll get over or are they trying to mate, or what?

Answers:

It is possible that something traumatic happened and this is re-directed aggression. Something as simple as seeing a cat outside or hearing a loud noise can cause this.

Try separating the cats for a week or two. Shortly after separation bathe them (separately). If you can't give them bathes, use shampoo wipes. This will get rid of some of the adrenaline and stress odor they have after fighting. Then, give each a towel or sweatshirt to lie on, then swap the items every day or so. This will let them each cuddle with the other's scent.

When you let them together again, immediately give them some sardines, catnip, chicken - anything that's going to make them amazingly happy. Sharing a wonderful treat creates a positive association.

Depending on how they act, you may need to continue to separate them for a few weeks and only allow them together for brief periods while you supervise them, or things may just go back to normal.

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brother sisters do that they well fight

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Is your cat in heat?

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It depends on if you've had them fixed yet. If not. Their not fighting. Better be prepared for some kitties if ya know what I mean. If they are fixed, it might be a Territorial thing.

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We have 2 sisters who fight whenever the mood comes upon them. They are generally companionable but it's like the devil gets in them & they go at it until one of us steps in & separates them. Just wondering, have they both been "fixed?" Sexual maturity may have come for one or both depending on the answer to the question. Both of our cats have been spayed yet the neighborhood gents (not neutered) still come around & make a racket. Hope this helps.

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The girl cat is in heat. Since her brother is related to her, she attacks him because she doesn't want him around while she is in heat. Since he can't go away because they are locked in together, he fights back (all he knows is his wacko sister is smacking him for no apparent reason).