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MML
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MML asked in PetsCats · 1 decade ago

My Male Cat's Dominant Behavior?

I have 2 indoor cats that are littermates (male & female) and both of them have been fixed. They are 18 months old. Yesterday afternoon, I was in my den and they were both in there with me and the male was being particularly active and running around the house. He ran into the den and swatted at the female's rear end. She turned around and swatted and hissed at him. He then jumped on her back like he was mounting her and bit her neck, then rolled her over. Now, I know that male cats do this when the female is in heat and he wants to mate, but these two cats have been fixed. My question is - can male cats still assert their dominance, even tho they've been fixed? It does seem that's what he was trying to do. The only reason he got off her is because I clapped my hands and said "no" really loud because she was being submissive to him and it didn't look to me like he was playing with her and it didn't look like she was enjoying this. She's a very sweet & gentle kitty anyway and it made me feel really bad for her.

I've had cats all of my life, but usually the same sex, so this is the first time I've had a male/female combination so I've never experienced this behavior in an indoor cat. Thanks for your comments on what might be going on with my little stud kitty.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    I've had the same exact trouble out of my brother/sister sibling manx kitties. My cats (all three) have all been spayed/neutered. He still gets skippy/frisky :^) with her even though he is neutered. I still think he has a healthy libido --- and I've heard that even tho males are neutered / females spayed they STILL have primitive or "animal" instincts. I've even heard that male cats may continue to *spray* even though they have been fixed.

    Since cats have such keen senses, I dont make loud noises or yell at them...ever. They are so sensory that all I have to do is say his name...followed by no...no no. I do this in a lower tone than my normal voice...with authority, but I dont raise my voice to them because cats are so so sensory. They have exceptional hearing. [ I think that just sounded like I scolded you....that's not the tone I mean to convey at ALL ha ha]

    I keep a close eye on the two of them and when the male cat starts getting aggressive I stand up...say "no...stop that Chief" then I point to the stairway. He knows it's a *time out* [tee heeee] and he immediately turns and goes up the stairs. Of course he comes right back down stairs the minute...the INSTANT...that I take my mind off of it.

    I pet him within 5 minutes to let him know that he's a good boy...but he needs to stop being naughty...even though it may be his natural inclination to be a BOY! Tee hee

    I would suggest that you keep an eye on him and when he does that...stand up...say..."no...."

    In any case, that works in my house. Hope that is somewhat helpful. I know this is not a sited or official answer....just wanted to let you know that my male cat does that to his lil sister kitty. They are from the same litter. He doesnt do that to the other female (his mother) -- she would for sure WHAKK him!

    Tee Hee

    Take care

    ...Be Well!

    Bon

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    5 years ago

    Male Cat Dominance Behavior

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

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    I have a 18yr old dominate huge male tom cat and a 4yr old male staffordshire bull terrier. There first meeting wasn't great. Hissing, spitting, hunched backed and claws out. One scratched and bleeding nose later the dog knew who was boss. THE CAT! Now their still not the best of friends but they will tolerate each other, such as being in the same room and sleeping together on the sofa. The cat gets his ears washed sometimes and purrs. The dog sometimes will chase the cat but a hiss later and it's all over. Be careful in the first meeting. Make sure the dog is in your control and on a leash. If it doesn't go well don't force the issue. Remove either the dog or cat and reintroduce the next day. In between that time use an old towel and exchange their scents by stroking the dog and cat alternatively with it. Don't tell either animal off, no shouting, be really calm. Always reward the dog with a treat for good behaviour or removal from the room for bad behaviour. Remember you are responsible for both animals well being. Generally the cat will be the dominant animal. The dog will accept it. Good Luck!!!

  • 1 decade ago

    Yes you have it right. I complained to my Vet once about it and he said that he did not

    believed in taking the fun out of their life's.

    so I guess there's more than one way of fixing them,your Vet most believe the same as mine.

    I never really saw them really having anything just going through the motions, and them

    it would stop. I would stop that hank punk also.

    I have 7 males and 2 females and do not see any of this happening here.

    I changed vets and these are all fixed but none was fixed by that vet.

    Fixing them does not help with the instincts they still the same.

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