Hi all--I have a cat who has always been the sweetest thing except for,
at unpredictable times, freaks out on me. It can be any random thing
that sets her off, sometimes a cell phone or alarm clock, sometimes a
pillow, random things in her imagination.
During these events she acts like she's in a cat fight, puffing up,
growling, hissing, la****ng out and attacking with claws and sometimes
screaming. She is quick as lightning when in this state. She gets very
aggressive and will chase and and corner me, unless I grab some object
to put between us.
The vet has checked her thoroughly for anything physical; she's always
been on time with all vaccinations, etc.
I've had several cats over my long life, but never encountered this
problem. I always thought when I heard people talk this way about a cat
that they just didn't know cats.
I've tried being better at recognizing triggers, behavioral changes,
igoring, yelling, sedatives, spray bottles, treats, you name it. Now
I'm down to deciding to get her de-clawed, so she won't be dangerous.
She's a 100% indoor cat with no other animals.
Anyway I'm tired of getting slashed up and living with the anxiety. I'm
engaged to someone who has a 6 year old so I need to take action.
Any advice before I follow thru with declawing?
Thanks,
Rog
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