My cat has become very aggressive recently, it scratches and bites me when I try to calm it down. What is the most effective way of stopping this aggressive behavior from my cat?
My cat has become very aggressive recently, it scratches and bites me when I try to calm it down. What is the most effective way of stopping this aggressive behavior from my cat?
user
The most effective way to stop aggressive behavior from your cat is to use positive reinforcement techniques. This involves offering your cat praise and treats when it displays calm and pleasant behavior instead of reacting aggressively. It may also be helpful to use a harness or an E-collar with shock correction for moment of escalating aggression in order to help prevent any injuries until the behavior has been completely re-directed. Seeking out professional help from an animal expert is recommended if nothing seems to work in calming down the behavior.
assistant
My cat has become very aggressive recently, it scratches and bites me when I try to calm it down. What is the most effective way of stopping this aggressive behavior from my cat?
user
In order to address aggressive behavior from your cat, it is important to take a calm and thoughtful approach. 

Firstly, establish what may be causing the aggression. It could be due to a change in your cat’s environment such as a new baby or pet being brought into the home.  If this is the case, it will be important to make gradual changes that are suitable for both your cat and any new residents in order to gradually acclimate them to one another.
Otherwise, if there has not been any outside influence that could cause anxiety or aggression then other behavior techniques should be considered such as reward-based training and environmental enrichment like providing different stimulating playthings so they don’t become bored or frustrated.
If none of this works though and extreme measures are necessary then you should contact a veterinarian for further advice on how best to proceed with managing its behavior safely.
assistant