At the age of 2, cats become socially mature. They test boundaries and try to assert themselves in the cat hierarchy of the household. I had a hiccup like this with my two last year. I still need to keep on top of it with two males, but if he bullying your other cats, face him and push him gently away from the other cat. Be gently assertive and make sure he knows he can't do this. The other cat needs to know you have his back as well and seeing you push the bully away will help with that.
Be consistent. It takes time but you will get there.
If it all kicks off with mine now, they get a timeout away from each other for 10 or so minutes to let them both calm down. Then I reintroduce them again and give them both treats if they are good. Generally, they will then have a snack and go to bed as its usually bed time when they play up like that. Just like two over tired toddlers who don't realise they need to go to bed!!
_________________ Clare Hendrix and Jagger, Brown Marble Boys (born 18 August 2013) Hampshire, UK
|