Anyone have any advice about a cat that bullies? Jake is a sweet boy, very loving with us. But there are two other cats in the house (out of 8 total) that he picks on almost relentlessly. Rex and Casper are definitely at the bottom of the totem pole in the cat society here. Cas has gotten better about standing his ground, but Rex squeaks and runs! And of course, Jake will chase him. Both of them are intimidated by Jake.
No amount of positive or even negative reinforcement ( such as time outs in the bathroom) has stopped Jake's actions.
I am most concerned about Rex b/c he is such a sweet, gentle little fellow and I don't want him to be afraid in his own home.
Jake is also kind of a brat. He absolutely gets jealous and will insert himself when another cat's being petted, for instance. I have others like that, but Jake reacts intensely... and will sometimes redirect if he doesn't get his way.
Thanks!!
No amount of positive or even negative reinforcement ( such as time outs in the bathroom) has stopped Jake's actions.
I am most concerned about Rex b/c he is such a sweet, gentle little fellow and I don't want him to be afraid in his own home.
Jake is also kind of a brat. He absolutely gets jealous and will insert himself when another cat's being petted, for instance. I have others like that, but Jake reacts intensely... and will sometimes redirect if he doesn't get his way.
Thanks!!