Russian Blue Cat

　　When your cat grabs you with its paws and teeth to attack you, what do you do? Struggling desperately to break free will only cause you to actually get scratched or bitten. Instead, if you keep calm, do not move, do not try to pry open the cat’s mouth, and do not hit or yell at it. Use your other hand to gently and softly stroke the front of its paws, then the tips of its claws until it releases. Throughout the process, speak softly to it and treat it calmly. Then do not quickly pull your hands away and get up to leave, but continue to caress it, just keep your hands as far away from its teeth and claws as possible. Let the cat sit in place, and when it is calm, carefully help it to relax. Once your cat is completely calm, you can safely leave it.

　　Neuter Your Cat

　　If the aggressive cat is a healthy male, you should neuter it as soon as possible. Although unneutered male cats usually attack other cats due to territorial reasons, this aggression often transfers to attacking people. Moreover, neutering helps solve problems of male cats running away from home, wandering outside, getting injured in fights, and also controls the increasingly severe problem of cat spray marking.

　　Reduce Stress

　　Stress may be the fundamental cause of many behavioral problems, including attacking the owner. When a cat is tense, almost any kind of aggression can worsen. Stress arises from changes in the cat’s environment, and the cat feels uneasy and becomes tense; each cat reacts differently.

　　Do not punish the cat for its attacking behavior!

　　Punishing the cat may increase its stress and make it more aggressive.

　　Consult an Expert

　　Cat aggression can sometimes be a very serious issue. If you feel things are getting out of control, contact your veterinarian immediately, and ask for help consulting a cat behavior expert.

　　Medication Treatment

　　Your veterinarian or animal behavior expert may recommend medication treatment to deal with an aggressive cat, especially when the aggression is not caused by illness. This is a common approach taken by animal behavior experts. (Source：PetsZone)