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Misdirected Feline Predatory Behaviour Towards People (view source)
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*Innate hunting responses are triggered by stimuli such as sudden movements or shrill noises.
*Innate hunting responses are triggered by stimuli such as sudden movements or shrill noises.
*Misdirected predatory behaviour towards people often begins with inappropriate play which has been encouraged.
*Do not play games directed at hands and feet.
*Prevention entails redirecting predatory behaviour away from people using toys and other devices for environmental enrichment.
*Reduce reinforcement during stalking and attack behaviour (stop moving, do not make any noises).
*Wear protective garments, or at least keep hands, legs and feet covered.
*Provide an enriched play environment.
*Provide suitable play at times when the cat is expected to be active.
*Block access to the locations from which the cat launches its attacks.
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Cats will often have favourite places from which to launch their predatory attacks, or stalking. Access to these should be blocked off.
Cats will often have favourite places from which to launch their predatory attacks, or stalking. Access to these should be blocked off.
==Prognosis==
==Prognosis==