Hello there guys, I need some help from fellow cat people. Please read ahead x
I got my cat about 3years ago, we decided to keep her inside (she was 5 when we got her). We got her a catio, loads of toys, plenty of affection and playtime but she has a serious problem with OVERGROOMING - she's not the same cat anymore!!
I feel like it's due to another cat who has dominated our garden, she's always here, and Bonnie
doesn't like her at all (the other cat is calm, but is still intimidating Bonnie). We can't get rid of this cat, she's latched on!! I told my family to stop feeding her which they have but she really seems to think this is home (I know, they shouldn't have fed her).
I don't know what to do, we've decided to start letting bonnie out but she's still in an awful state. We've tried anti anxiety meds (didn't work), consistent playtime, nice cat smells (feliway), hiding places etc. I feel like we've tried everything but she is still so stressed out. Does anyone have any suggestions? Does it sound like this other cat is the problem? I can't find her owner and called cats protection... I just want bonnie to feel happy and safe
I got my cat about 3years ago, we decided to keep her inside (she was 5 when we got her). We got her a catio, loads of toys, plenty of affection and playtime but she has a serious problem with OVERGROOMING - she's not the same cat anymore!!
I feel like it's due to another cat who has dominated our garden, she's always here, and Bonnie
I don't know what to do, we've decided to start letting bonnie out but she's still in an awful state. We've tried anti anxiety meds (didn't work), consistent playtime, nice cat smells (feliway), hiding places etc. I feel like we've tried everything but she is still so stressed out. Does anyone have any suggestions? Does it sound like this other cat is the problem? I can't find her owner and called cats protection... I just want bonnie to feel happy and safe