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==Treatment==

==Treatment==

A fundamental problem for these cats is that access to important resources is controlled by the owner who is often inconsistent. Most cats will not willingly tolerate having to wait for access to food or access to different areas of their territory, but they are able to cope with this frustration. Cats with a low tolerance for frustration may lash out.

A fundamental problem for affected cats is that access to important resources is controlled by the owner, who is often inconsistent. Most cats will not willingly tolerate having to wait for access to food or to gain access to different areas of their territory, but they are able to cope with this frustration. Cats with a low tolerance for frustration may react aggressively.

The first step in treating these cats is to '''reduce human involvement in the provision of the resources and activities''' the cat requires. The cat should be given back control. For example, giving the cat ad-lib food access perhaps using activity or automatic feeders, together with independent indoor-outdoor access. Food may be topped up, but should always be available.

The cat should be given back control over resource access, and the owner should avoid involvement in the provision of the resources and activities the cat requires. For example, the should be given ad-lib food access to food, resting and latrine locations, as well as independent indoor-outdoor access.  

'''Play should be substituted for cuddling''' and other tactile interactions, which may place the cat close to the owner at times when frustration could trigger a dangerous attack. Some cats become frustrated when play ceases abruptly, so all play should involve fishing toys, laser pointers and other devices that distance the owner from the play. Hand and foot movements should be minimised so that play does not become directed onto the owner. If possible, '''play should end with some kind of consummatory act''', such as the toy leading the cat to a pile of favourite food treats. This simulates a normal end to [[Feline Predatory Behaviour|predatory behaviour]]. The owner can then leave the context and put away the toy whilst the cat consumes the food.

Since handling is often a trigger for frustration, '''play should be substituted for tactile interactions''' such as cuddling. Some cats become frustrated when play ceases abruptly, so all play should involve fishing toys, laser pointers and other devices that distance the owner from the play. Hand and foot movements should be minimised so that play does not become directed onto the owner. If possible, '''play should end with some kind of consummatory act''', such as the toy leading the cat to a pile of favourite food treats. This simulates a normal end to [[Feline Predatory Behaviour|predatory behaviour]]. The owner can then leave the context and put away the toy whilst the cat consumes the food.

===Medication===

===Medication===