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Many people do not understand why one minute our cats can be loving, affection, and playful, and then the next minute our cats are biting, hissing, and pouncing us. What causes them to behave this way? Is it something we did? Can it be stopped? Well, of course it can. We simply need to understand our feline friends a little better.

First, you need to understand your cat. Cats are still animals at heart, even though we have domesticated them. They still have the predator in their genes and get that hankering to attack something every once in a while. In general, predatory attacks on humans are just for play (such as biting a wiggling toe or the like), but they can still cause injury and serious infection.

Your cat also needs to be properly socialized. If they are not used to being around humans and being handled by them, your cat will react negatively when they are exposed to such situations. Cats also learn to be aggressive towards people when people back away from them when they are being aggressive that is the reaction they want. This is a vicious cycle that can be nipped in the bud with proper early socialization. You also need to make sure that your cat knows the rules of play that they are not allowed to bite you. If they do, stop playing with them and leave them alone. Your cat will get the message.

Over-stimulation is another reason cats get aggressive. They just get tired of playing, or being pet. They like to be independent, so once your cat shows signs of irritation, leave them alone. They are not trying to be mean, they just want a little alone time. Give it to them.

Sometimes there are underlying health issues that may cause your cat to become aggressive. Remember, cats cannot talk and therefore they express their malaise in different ways than we do. If you pick up your cat just like you always do and they react negatively, they may be experiencing some sort of discomfort. Regular vet examinations will help you detect any such anomalies early.

What it all boils down to is common sense. Try seeing things from your cat's point of view and try to understand them. Your cat is not a person and does not react to things like you do. By understanding their boundaries and putting up some boundaries of your own, you can form a strong bond with your cat that will last for years.