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Hi Russell,

Sounds like he is pretty nurturing. I'd keep an eye on him, though, especially as the kittens grow older and more irritating to him. Don't leave them alone with him unsupervised just to be on the safe side.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

My male cat just had kittens with my female cat. When I let him out of my room when I'm home he runs to the kittens and lays down with them cleans them and does that gross poop eating thing the female usually does. It seemed kinda wierd to me that he would be so willing to take care of the kittens the only time he seems to dislike them is when they try to feed from him :p

-- Contributed by: Russell

Hi Kaelyn,

Eleven is older, but many cats live well into their teens and some even into their twenties. Any major change in behavior combined with the yowling is a sign of some type of distress. I would go ahead and take her to the vet. It could be something as simple as a urinary tract infection, which is easily treated. Without running a few tests, it will be hard for the vet to know what might be going on with her. He'll likely want to run a blood panel, for example. I hope she feels better soon.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

um i have a 11 year old cat and she has been wanting to cuddle with people and that is not like her and when she is somewhere she meows like she is dying i dont know what to do is she dying should i be prepared

-- Contributed by: kaelyn gautier

Hi Yvonne,

The mother cat likely appreciates having the peace and quiet and you probably don't want her getting pregnant again too quickly. I would keep them isolated at least until the kittens are able to move around on their own and are bigger and then I'd supervise very carefully. Even neutered males can get aggressive and territorial at times. You don't want any kittens getting hurt. Hope that helps.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

Hello,

I have two cats about a year old, male and female. The female had kittens about a week and a half ago. The male is the father and I have been keeping female and kittens isolated from him. They are both indoor cats and are not exposed to any other animals. I had the male neutered the other day. I was wondering how long I should keep the mom and kittens isolated from the male. I just feel bad that maybe mom isn't getting enough socialization time.

Thanks, Yvonne

-- Contributed by: Yvonne

Hi Bonnie,

More than likely it will be okay, since the kittens are a little older and starting to move around and such. If they were just born, I'd be more worried about the second female cat. Usually, it is male cats that are aggressive toward the kittens, but it sounds like you have a fairly pleasant situation.

One thing you will want to do soon is to trap them all and get them spayed/neutered, or you will quickly be overrun with several generations of cats.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

We discovered a litter of kittens, their mom, and their dad in our outdoor shed. They seem to be a very happy family group, however, we have noticed another mom cat on the scene and she has taken over. Is this normal and will the kittens be in any danger? They look to be about a month or two old. There are six of them. Hope you can shed some light on this matter. Thanks for the help.

-- Contributed by: Bonnie

Hi Kat,

Is Duey neutered? If not, then you'll need to have that done immediately. If he is neutered, then this is more of a dominance behavior than anything else. I'm not sure you can break him. You can try a spray bottle when he starts and spritz him in the face, I suppose. As long as he isn't hurting her, I wouldn't worry too much.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

My youngest male Duey is a year old ans we recently brought a new female kitten in the house they played for a little while now all he wants to do is grab her by the back of her neck and hold her down..but the way he is doing it, it seems like he trying to mount her.. How can i break him of this?

-- Contributed by: kat

Hi Angie,

Have you had your male cats neutered? If not, then he is likely trying to mark his territory to assert dominance. The problem will only grow worse without sterilization. So, if you haven't yet had them neutered, I would do so immediately.

You also should have two boxes with two cats. Even if you keep the box meticulously clean, some cats will not use a box other cats in the house use.

I would isolate him in his own room with his box (laundry room or bathroom works well, but try to make it in the room where you'll be keeping the box all the time). Thoroughly clean all areas he has soiled with a good enzymatic cleaner. Keep him isolated for a minimum of one week, but preferably two. Hope this helps!

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

I have 2-6 month old male cats. They are brothers out of the same litter. They have been using a litter box since they were small kittens. Here lately 1 of them has gotten to where he will not use the box and go on the floor. The other one always uses the box. Due to having 2 cats I keep the box clean. Why has he stopped using the litter box ?

-- Contributed by: Angie

Hi Michelle,

Cats are like children in that they go through growth spurts. These are often accompanied by eating spurts. It is probably fine as a kitten, but you'll want to watch his weight closely as he matures into an adult and make sure he doesn't get overweight, which can bring its own health risks for cats.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

Hi Rainbow,

It can be hard for a cat to adjust to a new place, not to mention a new member of the household. I think with time, he will likely adjust again. He may never be an overly friendly cat, considering what it sounds like he has been through, but I think you're on the right track with him. It sounds like the soothing sounds really help him, so continue with those.

If he is still acting this way in another month, then you may want to talk to the vet about other treatments for anxiety, including some medications and herbal treatments out there. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

why does my male kitten want to eat all the time up to 5 pouches a day and has dry food inbetween also will eat anything you leave lying around he has been wormed he is 5 months old

-- Contributed by: michelle

my mail cat arived wit post trumatic stress syndrome,over weight an socialy scared hidding in a space, inch and a half wide. being passionate about mental healh, i set to work with safe word an sound's. this worked and as long as i was around saying these words, he was fine. after i moved in with my partner he no longer sits on my lap or near me. i know winking in the direction in a spercific manner,of a person represent,warning but not the cat code for it's safe can anyone help

-- Contributed by: rainbow

Hi Jessica,

It's hard to say what might be happening. If it were anything large, it would likely kill the kitten and possibly eat it. It may be another cat. That is probably the biggest possibility.

There are coyotes in rural areas too, but I don't think you'd find any remains.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

We have had 2 kittens killed in the past 2 weeks. One is hurt and can not walk. Kittens are all about 6 months old. Each kitten has no marks on it. We found all on our porch. I'm not sure it's a Tom maybe oppossum, skunk... we live in a very rural area. Anybody have any ideas.

-- Contributed by: JW

Hi Stephanie,

Sounds like they're both pretty cranky. I would start by separating them from one another for at least a week. They should each have their own litter boxes and food bowls anyway. Then, try letting them into the same room, with supervision. Any fighting or aggression and you tell them "no" very firmly and separate them again. Keep trying this until they can be in the same room together and tolerate one another.

Usually, these little battles will work themselves out with time.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

I have two recently neutered male cats and they have been fighting with each other for about two months now, is there any way to help them get along again?

-- Contributed by: stephanie

Hi Latanya,

Male cats do not go into heat, only the females, but cats do seem to get pleasure out of having their backs, down near their tails rubbed. Although it isn't impossible for a cat of that age to have sexual urges, it is probably unlikely. He is probably just enjoying the attention. I would go ahead and have him neutered in the next couple of months, however.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

Hi Becky,

Is he a kitten or a grown cat? Was he a stray before you took him in? It sounds like the cat is scared. I would start by feeding him little treats. Take things slowly. Hold the treat out and if he refuses to take it, set it on the floor and back away a little. Try to get closer and closer each time until he lets you pet him a little on the ears while he is eating. Eventually, you should gain his trust enough to be able to pick him up. He may never enjoy being held, but he should eventually allow you to pet him.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

Hi I have 3 month old bengal kittens, Beautiful they are but the grey one likes to climb the bathroom sink and stick his tail up in my face. He does this constantly. Sometimes I will rub his belly and he will continue to move as like he wants me too rub his you know what. Is it my imagination or is my cat in heat? Can male cats go into heat? Thank You

-- Contributed by: Latanya

I have a black and white male cat. I feeds him and try to pet him but he keeps running away from me. He want even let me pet him. He keeps running from me. I"ve been having him for a month and no connection between me and him. Why is that? what shall I do

-- Contributed by: Becky McKnight

Hi, Mcgee,

Some cats do exhibit some sexual behavior even after neutering. There are many things that can cause this. One is a hormonal imbalance. He may also have some type of urinary tract infection. Have you noticed him straining when trying to use the litter box? I would keep a close eye on him since this is a change in behavior and if you notice any symptoms of kidney issues, get him right to the vet.

~~Lori

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

i have a wonderful behaved 19 month old male.(neutered) he fetches, returns walks on a leash, and is a joy....however the last couple of days after waking from a sleep he likes to sit on a pillow on a chair and begins to act as though he is a female nesting...looks like he is trying to mate. after a few minutes he stops...should i tell him no or is this common........thank you

-- Contributed by: mcgee
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