Behavioral Problems In Cats
Avoiding the litter box could be caused by a number of different things. If the litter box is dirty, a cat will not use it all because they are very clean animals and don’t like coming into contact with dirt. Try cleaning out the littler tray more frequently to see if this improves the problem. You could also try placing the litter tray in the place(s) where your cat likes to go. Make sure you are prompt about cleaning up any cat mess and use a strong smelling disinfectant if you can which may stop your cat from using that spot again.
Stress is another reason why your cat may not want to use the litter box. Are there other animals around, does your cat receive enough human attention, affection and play time? These could all be contributing factors to your cat suffering from stress. Your cat needs stability and routine that included regular feeding times and play time so make any alterations you need to and observe to see if the problem of the litter tray goes away.
Showing aggression can be a major cause of concern for owners, particularly if there are children around. This is the most common reason why cats end up in shelters in fact. There is always an underlying reason for bad behavior such as biting and scratching, so all you need to do is get to the bottom of it, rectify the problem and the bad behavior will go. Aggressive behavior is usually always the cat’s reaction to either illness, stress, boredom or a big change in their life (a recent house move perhaps?).
First of all take your cat to the vet in order to rule out sickness. Your cat could be suffering and displaying their symptoms with aggression. Once illness has been ruled out, you can begin trying to restore contentment in your cat’s life, and re-establish the trust the cat has for humans. This may take some time and patience, but the result will be worth it – a friendly and loving cat that never scratches, bites or runs riot in your home.
