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Expert: - 9/19/2007


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my neutered male orange tabby is five years old. Because of his aggressive behavior I had him declawed and his teeth filed down. He is not aggressive with our dogs or us even though he is not very friendly, but defends his outside terrritory by attacking all the neighberhood sweet cats. Just today he was involved in three fights of which I am aware.  Three years ago when we moved into the neighborhood he sent a cat to the emergency room. And now that he is defensless ha ha, I am afraid that he will get hurt. I would consider keeping him inside all the time but he escapes.

Thank you for any suggestion. I could give him away but I am afraid that he would attack other cats...

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Hi Page,

You have taken away everything that can save him from being hurt. So far he has been lucky. Eventually he will run into a bigger and younger cat that will really hurt him. You need to keep him inside. He is getting old and won't be able to take care of himself outside soon. If he wants out build him a pen outside. This will take care of his need to go out and to keep him safe. Read this article in this link.
http://www.nitewindes.com/InorOut.html
This will help you decide what to do. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen  

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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