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Dominant Male

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Question
After  Mr. Tom, integration into household after 1 yr. has now resulted in experiment surgery to save eye of smallest female.  Mr. Tom initially was seeking playmates but was rejected by both females. Mr. Tom became a bully.  Now we have to daily position all 3 in and out of house.  Is there any hope for a peaceful, conjugal household?

Answer
Cy,

You don't say if Mr. Tom IS a tom. If he is not neutered then please get him done as soon as possible. That will help some of the behavior problems. And the females spayed if they aren't already.

Also keep his claws trimmed. Here is a link on how to do it with photos:
(copy and paste, or type, the whole link into your address bar)
http://www.cat-world.com.au/catclaws.htm

After a year if they are not getting along, maybe you should think about re-homing Mr. Tom to save harmony (and vet bills). Cats usually will get along after a period of time, but sometimes it just won't work.

Tabbi