Please Help!

I have a male ragdoll, just turned one (he has been spayed). He is a very beautiful cat - we decided to choose a ragdoll due to their relaxed nature. unfortunately my Ragdoll has recently started to attack me! Out of the blue, i can be walking past him and he'll launch an attack on me, jumping on my leg, biting and scratching! he has caused many injuries! This also happens when he is being stroked. My ragdoll is never alone, and gets plenty of love and play as my partner works from home. He is in good heath and is very good with his litter tray. He doesnt attack my partner and is also very good natured with other male members of the family.

I find it difficult to groom him as he bites and scratches - but as he needs grooming often due to his fluffy fur - this cant be helped. I dont know how to tame his wild ways, or what to do for the best when he launches an attack! i normally have to retreat to another room while he calms down. does anyone have any advice as to what to do for the best?

Thanks!

OMG thats odd, he is still very young, as you may know it can take 4 yrs for a Raggie to reach maturity..

I really cant offer much advice on this one though as I have never experienced it myself..

There are a few Raggie breeders & owners on here who may be able to help more.

Welcome to the forum!

does he perhaps need another pussy companion?

How long ago was he neutered? It could be that if it was fairly recently he may still have some hormones playing havoc and I think it may well be worth a visit to your vet to check that a) the neutering was done properly and b) there is nothing physical wrong with him. Once you rule those out try to pin down when this behaviour started - can you remember when it first happened and if anything triggered it? Does he have enough toys and/or a decent sized cat post to stimulate him - as it sounds like he could be a bit frustrated/bored and by doing what he is doing he certainly is getting your attention!

It may well be that your cat does prefer male company - some do! As already suggested, and bearing in mind he could be a bit bored/lonely, it may be an idea to consider a companion for him - a female may be best.

I would suggest also that you contact his breeder if you can and have a chat with them.

Also may be worth investing in a few Feliway diffusers - may help him feel calmer.

I do hope you sort things out as nine times out of ten Raggies are wonderful - and if they behave in such a way you describe there is usually a reason behind it.

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Kaz

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Exellent response, would recommend you go along with all of China's ideas! C.x.

Hi this is very unusual behaviour,definatly get him checked by a vet,my entire male is the most affecianate cat i have,and the girls are all friendly to,one is slightly nervous of strangers though,but would hide upstairs,never had one attack,Even kittens when playing never get their claws out