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Expert: - 4/16/2007


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Please could you help me as I'm not sure what to do.  We have just moved into a new house and we have 3 cats who all get on with each other.  My problem another cat in the neighborhood. It attacks my cats and wees on them.  Not only when they are outside but now it is coming in through the cat flap, even using their litter tray. One of the cats is really getting hurt now and I'm worried about how it is affecting him. I have 2 males and 1 female and all have been neutered. They love to go outside and i would love to know how to solve this problem.
Amanda

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Hi Amanda,

This sounds like a turf problem. There are a few things you can do. You can capture the bully and have him neutered. This will help with the aggression factor. You can get a new cat flap. There is one that has special collars for your cats and only for them. Here is a link with a few of them.  http://www.moorepet.com/Cat-Flaps-for-door-and-walls-s/30.htmens You can build an enclosed cat area outside. Here's another link with some very cool ones their owners built.  http://www.catsofaustralia.com/cat-enclosures.htm  Or my favorite, keep them inside. I have 13 and none go out. I hope this helped you a little. Good luck.

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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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