HELP!!!! Redirected aggression out of control

[snakemama]

I was just going to post what Cataholic did...it's time to start Prozac and re-start the intro process. I applaud you for working with them for so long in what is a truly scary, upsetting situation for both kitties and their people.

I JUST read a really good article on redirected aggression, which you may have already seen since you've been dealing with it for such a long time, but in case you haven't, here it is:

http://www.littlebigcat.com/behavior...-a-case-study/

[Catty1]

Another member highly recommends Clomicalm, which is often used for dogs but has worked very well in her clowder of cats (I think she has about 5 of them?).

I think it's medication time unless the Feliway does work. Good luck!

[Roccomimi]

I'm comfortable with using a pheromone but not the Prozac or Clomicalm. I was on them myself (both prozac and klonapin) for years and when I went off them I had excruciating withdrawal symptoms. This kitty is fine on her own and with people so id rather not drug her. I ordered the Feliway and am praying it works. Thank you all so much for your imput and suggestions. Please keep them coming!

[Roccomimi]

By the way Snakemama, I have read that wonderful article you posted many times!!!!! Thank you for hunting it down for me. It's so great to get some support with this problem from so many nice people. It seems there's no easy way to treat redirected aggression but I'm still hoping for that one unique trick that might work!

[Freedom]

I'm comfortable with using a pheromone but not the Prozac or Clomicalm. I was on them myself (both prozac and klonapin) for years and when I went off them I had excruciating withdrawal symptoms. This kitty is fine on her own and with people so id rather not drug her. I ordered the Feliway and am praying it works. Thank you all so much for your imput and suggestions. Please keep them coming!

Remember, with people, everyone reacts differently to medicines. Your experience may not be mine, if I used those meds. The same would apply for cats. Some will work fine, and others would have some side effects. Also, the cat may only need a low dose. Just some things to think on, not trying to tell you what to do.

BTW - I am SO glad you came over here and joined the forum! I'm the one who replied to your CL posting. I sure hope something works so you can keep her, you do sound like you care and love her so much.

Any chance of photos? What are their names?