Why is my cat suddenly hissing at my other cat after surgery?

Why is my cat suddenly hissing at my other cat after surgery?

Is this normal feline behavior after surgery and will it pass? Very common for cats to get antagonistic with others after any kind of vet visit where they went separately. It has to do with smelling different and/or behaving different. The anesthesia can cause them to behave oddly for a few days.

Why are my cats growling at each other after being spayed?

Aggression in newly spayed cats is usually caused by the anesthesia that remains in your cat’s system after her surgery. These anesthesia after-effects can last from several hours to several days depending on the amount and type of drugs used and your cat’s sensitivity.

Why is my girl cat hissing at my boy cat?

Territorial aggression Depending on where your cat spends his time, he may view your whole neighborhood as his territory. Female cats can be just as territorial as males. The behavior patterns in this type of aggression include chasing and ambushing the intruder, as well as hissing and swatting when contact occurs.

Why did my cat get aggressive after being spayed?

It will take a couple of weeks for her hormones to calm down, but cats don’t typically become aggressive just because of hormonal changes. Tara: That is, after your cat was spayed, she was probably in pain and feeling vulnerable.

Do cats get more aggressive after being spayed?

Spaying/Neutering: My un-fixed (or recently fixed) kitty is behaving aggressively. Once spayed or neutered, keep in mind that it may take up to one month after the surgery for the cat to exhibit appropriate behavior. Also note that cats spayed or neutered after 1-2 years of age may continue aggressive behavior.

Why is my cat growling all of a sudden?

A cat who is growling, hissing, or spitting is a clear sign that the cat is agitated, frightened, or angry about something. The problem is that when a cat is growling, it’s not always obvious to us why they’re growling. Growling is often accompanied by hissing along with possibly arching his back.

What to do if cats hiss at each other?

Gradually increase the amount of time they spend together, but keep them separated using a solid door when you cannot supervise. Elevate timid cats to increase their confidence. Eating together at a distance with no barrier! Eventually they are able to eat side by side.

Why is my cat hissing at her sister?

Cats often hiss when their buddies suddenly smell strange, like when they come back from the vet. They are also sometimes wary of cats that smell injured. If her sister tussled with another cat, that cat’s smell may be on her. Probably it will calm down in a few days, but if you are worried you could give sis a bath.

Why is my cat suddenly hissing and growling at me?

Your cat is hissing at you all of a sudden because they feel threatened by another cat or by you or are in pain. There might be a disruption in your routine, and your cat is stressed. They might feel they are losing their territory, or it might be due to petting-induced aggression.

Why has my female cat started growling at my other cat?

Some of the underlying non-medical causes for aggression between cats in the same household include fear, lack of socialisation, inappropriate introduction of a new cat, overcrowding (i.e. not enough vertical or horizontal space, too few resources etc), redirected aggression, play and predation.

Why is my cat suddenly more aggressive?

For reasons that remain unknown, some cats may suddenly become aggressive when being petted. Possible explanations include overstimulation and an attempt by the cat to control when the petting ends. Handling, bathing, grooming, and nail trimming can also cause this type of aggression.

Does spaying a cat change its temperament?

“Overall, your cat’s personality should not change,” Brömme says. “Spaying eliminates heat cycles, and cats can be extremely affectionate and vocal during a heat cycle,” Brömme says. “As a result, your cat might seem a bit calmer after getting spayed because she no longer will have these cycles.”