Why would my normally lovable ca..

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It was like he was possessed. We have had him since he was a kitten. He is three now. He has been so lovable. I did not see my daughter even touch him.. 

It was like he was possessed. We have had him since he was a kitten. He is three now. He has been so lovable. I did not see my daughter even touch him, and he jumped up and grabbed her arm. He was hissing like crazy. She got him off her, then he ran a few feet away and went back to attack her again. Even after I got him off her, he did not want to stop. Now I don't know what to do. Should I get him declawed. I do not want to get rid of him or have him put to sleep. Has anyone had something like this happen? My daughter teases him on occasion, but not this time.

*That is very strange behavior. Do you think it is possible that your daughter is doing something mean to him when you're not looking? Declawing him will only solve his scratching problems but what if he decides to bite her. But give it a bit of time as he may not be feeling good or might just be plain jealous of your child. Your dter shouldnt be a B- Rat. That's really strange.they say cats can see spirits. Maybe there was something there that you two couldn't see--that he could. That's the first thing that came to my mind. Very weird, hope your daughter's okay. Cats hold grudges. Please do not get your kitty declawed. That is cruel.

Why would you let your daughter tease the cat? He may be afraid of her now.

Buy the cat some soft paws and teach your daughter how to treat animals. When there is a sudden behavior change, especially one involving aggression, a medical cause must always be ruled out first. Have the vet do a physical and blood work. Liver problems are frequently linked with unprovoked aggression, but it could be anything.