Cat scratched son what would you do?

Talking with my friends I realize the cat that belongs to my mother has some issues with my son. She keeps peeing on his things. Tonight she scratched him on the side of the head, it would of been on the face in the eye if I had not pulled him away. He did nothing to set her off he was behind her 3 feet doing his own thing, she saw him in the reflection of the glass door she was looking at turned around and got him. So what would you do? I mean cats can't be trained.. and she keeps acting out. Do I leave it be and hope she doesn't show aggression again? OR risk her hurting my son, or our baby. We never leave the kids alone with the pets but things happen like tonight. So, I am perplexed.

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Asked by Punkslilncs at 9:02 PM on Feb. 11, 2012 in Pets

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Cats scratch. It's what they do sometimes.

It sounds like she's jealous. Is she around him all the time or just when you're visiting your mom? (You say it's your mom's cat)

It's true that it is hard to force any sort of bonding with a cat. They either like you or they don't, typically. Crafty's right though; if you can keep them apart that would be the best bet for now. Encourage him to give her treats or some extra loving if she'll allow it.

Answer by BrawnwynII at 9:07 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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Yeah, are you around the cat all of the time? If not, she's jealous of the attention & is mad about her personal space being invaded.

Answer by 3libras at 9:10 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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My cat scratches me fairly regularly while we're playing or, one memorable time when there was a fly on my leg.

If you don't think you can tolerate her then it would be kindest to rehome her. Perhaps with a family that has no children or other cats. Have your parents recently moved in with you? Please keep in mind that it is a big adjustment for everyone, pets included.

Answer by BrawnwynII at 9:33 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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Keep them apart.

Answer by Crafty26 at 9:05 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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Give the cat back to your mom?
Cat scratches hurt and cat pee smell stays forever.

Answer by meooma at 9:10 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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My mother lives with us. I take care of my parents, because of their disabilities. So yes, the cat is here.

Comment by Punkslilncs (original poster) at 9:18 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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It seems people think it is just normal for cats to scratch. My cats never ever scratch.. I just don't think I can tolerate a violent animal.

Comment by Punkslilncs (original poster) at 9:31 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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I would advise separating her for a time in another area of the house. some cats have anxiety and issues with children, they need more time to adjust.

Answer by couponluv72 at 9:46 PM on Feb. 11, 2012
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Actually, cats can be trained. but how old is this cat? If she is not used to kids then she may not be as tolerant as some cats. And just because it appears to you that nothing happened does not mean the cat did not perceive something your son did as a threat. I would watch them closely and maybe even have the cat checked by the vet. There are some diseases that can cause animals to become aggressive.

Answer by KyliesMom5 at 12:01 AM on Feb. 12, 2012
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Was the cat not raised around kids? I had a cat as a teen that hated kids. When my younger cousins came over she would growl and try to scratch them. She just didn't like them even though they didn't ever do anything to her. I love cats but I would rehome this cat, give it to someone who doesn't have kids or grandkids living in the same home. Childrens safety comes first. It may be hard on your mom but hopefully she will understand that her grandchild should be safe in his own home. If possible find another cat who is good with kids. Cats can be great pets. We have two and one my dd carries around everywhere and she(the cat) is totally cool with it.

Answer by Shaylyn318 at 9:23 AM on Feb. 12, 2012
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