Lisa - I am so sorry this happened. I don't really have advice about what to do but I can tell you I can relate. I've not talked about this much on the board but Ripley has attacked me violently many times before. One vet said it sounds like he has Feline Rage where he has these fits of rage and takes them out usually on one person - me. He has left me crying in pain and absolutely terrified of him. The only way I can get him off me when he attacks is with water, a pillow or blanket (or my husband). It's been almost two years since his last attack on me and reading your post it brought back all the memories and I felt the fear all over again.

I was so afraid that Ripley would attack another cat that I almost didn't adopt Jazz and in fact that is why it took me 10 years to get another cat. Luckily with old age Ripley isn't as violent. BTW, he has never hurt Jazz or Scout but when he gets frustrated with them he still comes to me to attack. I've learned to get away from him but unlike you I do know the warning signs.

I suggest you keep a water bottle handy and try that if Magoo gets riled up. I think PIF had a great suggestion of putting his cage in a room where he can be alone and only smell the other cats through the door for a while.

As far as wanting to take him back to the shelter at 5 this morning, I totally understand. I went so far as finding Ripley another home years ago, but then I backed out and kept him. I love him but I am afraid of him and I have many bad scars to show why.

I'm not saying Magoo has Feline Rage I just want you to know I can understand how you feel.

Please take care of your arm.