A hissing cat is frightening and its sight and sound announces imminent aggression. While hissing, you cat may lash out quickly to scratch or bite you. She will hiss in anger if she feels her territory is threatened by humans or other animals. Rough handling during brushing, nail trimming and especially bathing can lead to hissing. Your cat may use the noise and bluster of hissing because she is afraid and attempting to scare off a threat rather than confronting it. When she is not feeling well, your cat may hiss especially if she is hiding and would prefer need to be handled. You can manage some hissing by staying away from your cat until she calms down. You may need to protect your cat or others while she is hissing but try to stay out of range of any scratching or biting. Speak to your cat softly and calmly. Keep an eye on her claws and teeth to anticipate what she might do. Learn more from your veterinary clinic Sarasota, FL. Or visit this site.
