How to Deal With Jealous Cat Behavior
Believe it or not, cats can become jealous. Anything that means less attention or food for them can cause jealous behavior, whether it's a new animal or even a new baby in the home. The jealousy could result in inappropriate urination, aggression or even anorexia. You can do a few things to resolve this behavior.
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Prevent jealous behavior by slowly introducing the new addition into the home. If you are bringing a new cat into your household, keep her in her own room at first and allow supervised, friendly interaction under the door. Introduce your new dog to the cat by holding the dog on a leash and letting the animals gently sniff each other. When you are about to bring a new baby into the home, wear lotions and baby powder beforehand to accustom your kitty to baby-related scents. Let your cat sniff or even lie on a blanket or clothing that has the baby's scent.
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Shower your cat with affection. If she is displaying jealous behavior, it is probably because she feels lonely. Although it may be difficult to spend as much time with your cat as you did before the new addition, it is important to do so to stop the jealousy.
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Consult with your veterinarian. Sometimes, despite all efforts, your cat will not stop her behavior without medication for anxiety and stress. Pheromones, either used in a diffuser or spray, offer an all-natural way to provide your cat with a sense of well-being. They might relax her enough to stop the behavior. Rescue Remedy, an all-natural medication made of flower essences, can also be effective in relieving anxiety. Valium can also help with cat anxiety, although you'll have to have blood work done to monitor your cat's kidneys. Also, it may take some time before you get the proper dosage of Valium.
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