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Is it OK to let cats chase each other?
Play Aggression It’s common for kittens and young cats to engage in rough, active play because all feline play consists of mock aggression. Cats stalk, chase, sneak, pounce, swat, kick, scratch, ambush, attack and bite each other—all in good fun. If they’re playing, it’s reciprocal. They change roles frequently.
What does it mean when one cat chases the other?
Cats are very territorial, much more so than dogs. Territorial aggression occurs when a cat feels that his territory has been invaded by an intruder. The behavior patterns in this type of aggression include chasing and ambushing the intruder, as well as hissing and swatting when contact occurs.
Is it okay to let my cat chase my kitten?
Most adult cats usually will stop playing when it’s time for them to stop, but kittens can be more prone to overplaying. While playing chase and tag with your kitten might be perfectly fine, it’s important to set the right foundations in all forms of play to minimize any aggression.
How do you know if cats don’t like each other?
If either cat’s hair is standing on end. If the cats start growling. If the cats start hissing (cats are very vocal about their anger). If the cats start biting each other excessively or hard enough to cause pain or injury.
What does it mean when a cat tries to chase you?
A defensive behavior in which the cat is trying to create distance between themselves and the other animal or person. This behavior is very much based on the context. While chasing may be a result of territorial issues, sometimes it’s playful behavior (or at least perceived as play by the cat doing the chasing).
How do I Stop my Cat from chasing other cats?
Make sure everyone is getting enough play time. One cat (typically the younger, active cat) chasing the other cat in play is often perceived as aggression when it’s actually a result of the cat not having their daily energy needs met. Cats have much more energy to expend than most of us realize.
Why does my cat not want to share space with other cats?
While some cats overlap their territories a great deal, others prefer to keep a good distance from their neighbors. Two unrelated males or two unrelated females may have a particularly hard time sharing space. Another cause of strife may be a feline personality clash.
Do cats get along with other cats at the vet?
In some cases, however, cats get along just fine until something scary or unpleasant (like fireworks or the odor of the veterinary clinic) becomes associated with the other cat. In other cases, relationships change as the cats mature.