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Cat attacking

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Question
My daughter has a cat about two years old. In the last few weeks the cat has actuality attacked people.There is another cat but they get along o.k. The cat seems to be healthy. The cat has to be locked up when my daughter is not home because he will go after who ever is there. Thanks for any help

Answer
If he is not neutered, get him neutered right away.

Otherwise try squirting him with a water bottle when he goes to attack...if the water doesn't phase him, add lemon juice or bang 2 pans together.

I would recommend added Rescue Remedy to the water dishes as well as getting Feliway Diffusers to the house to reduce any underlying anxiety.

Do not do any rough play or play with your hands.

If the behavior continues, then you should take him to a veterinarian behaviorist.