Probably, the vast majority of the planet's inhabitants love cats. Fluffy, playful meowing creatures melted human hearts thousands of years ago and became full members of our families.
We make funny videos with them, take photographs for social networks, take care of them and love them immensely.
It would seem that all cats are created to be touched by them. But in fact, there are many cats that look menacing, have an aggressive character, and can even seriously harm a person. Introducing the 10 most evil cat breeds in the world .
Ural Rex
This breed first gained popularity in pre-war times. But after the war, the number of these cats decreased, and for a long time they were considered to have disappeared forever.
But in the 60s, it became known about Ural Rex breeders, and the myth about the disappearance of the breed was dispelled, although the breed is still considered quite rare.
People who buy a handsome Ural cat most often think about its unusual appearance, but do not think at all about the unpredictable nature of this cat.
Most often, such cats behave quite friendly and affectionately, but at any moment the cat’s behavior can change in a sharply negative direction . So owners and their guests should beware of sudden bites from their pet.
Egyptian Mau
The aggression of these cats is defensive. Egyptian Mau are very attached to their family, but are very wary of strangers. At the same time, most often they are shy and afraid more than they are angry.
But if someone encroaches on the things or “property” of the Egyptian beauty, then it would be better if he did not do this. The cat will hiss, growl and grab the hand of anyone who tries to touch its toy, bed or food.
Abyssinian cat
First of all, it is worth noting the unusual appearance of this cat.
Abyssinians do not look like domestic pets at all - from their color to the shape of their ears, they look like wild cats.
In character, this breed also resembles not affectionate domestic cats, but wild, dangerous predators . Moreover, Abyssinians treat their owners and other animals in the house quite friendly and affectionately.
But as soon as a stranger appears in the house, jealous surveillance begins. At any moment, the Abyssinian cat is ready to defend its territory and will gladly scratch your guest’s skin at any opportunity.
Abyssinian cat
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Abyssinians are unpredictable and capricious. Even the owners are unable to predict at what moment their pet may attack, and he does so for absolutely no reason. Abyssinians are not vindictive, they do not harbor grudges, they simply immediately take out their anger on the offender. These whims constantly need to be given attention, they need to be dealt with. Otherwise, the animal will go wild, and in a very short time.
Chausie
Aggressive jungle cats took part in the selection of this breed. Representatives of the reeds have never been distinguished by a calm character, and they passed this heritage on to their descendants Chausi.
“Wild” blood makes itself felt in the character of any cat of this breed . But the aggressive nature of these cats can be curbed with proper, strict education. You need to give your kitten enough attention from an early age, and then he will grow into a well-mannered pet.
But if the owner does not have time to communicate with his pet, then baby Chausie will grow into a naughty cat who is capable of doing completely unthinkable things. The owner can expect not only scratched hands, but also a house turned upside down.
Siamese cat
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Siamese cats, all of them, are distinguished by amazing aggressiveness and rancor. Having harbored a grudge, the graceful pet will certainly take revenge, and maybe even more than once, biting and scratching everything it can reach. These pranksters tend to attack at night, in the dark, from around corners. It is the Siamese that is capable of lifelong hatred.
These five cat breeds are united by aggression and willfulness. Before you decide to take home such a pet, especially to a family with children, you need to think very carefully whether this will be the right choice.
Manul
Manul is one of those breeds that cannot be tamed . These cats are too freedom-loving and will never obey a person.
It is worth noting that the disobedience of the Pallas cat is primarily due to the fact that he is not a domestic cat, but a wild one. That is, these cats feel very comfortable living in natural conditions, but they are not adapted to living side by side with humans .
As soon as the manul senses danger, he will immediately attack the person. Its claws are considered very powerful by feline standards, and its fangs are 3 times longer than those of an ordinary cat. It is worth noting that Pallas cats not only behave aggressively, but also look quite menacing .
Bombay
These are beautiful cats that look like panthers. And they really love silence. They are exceptionally sensitive to loud noise, making it difficult for them to live in a home where there is music or children.
Often their caution towards children is mistaken for aggression. Their sensitivity makes them very nervous if there is noise or active play nearby. They will never cause harm unless provoked. But they may well hiss and back away.
Savannah
The luxurious spotted color and rather impressive size of the savannah bring to mind associations more with a reduced sevral than with an ordinary domestic cat.
This cat breed is distinguished by fairly high intelligence. They are smart, always loyal to their owner and easy to train.
The owner can raise an excellent friend and companion from a cat of this breed, but other people around will forever remain strangers to her . Therefore, she will want to attack guests at home or passers-by on a walk if she feels that they pose a danger to the savannah itself or to the owner.
British Shorthair
Short-haired graceful cats, which have become a real treasure of Great Britain, have always captivated people from all over the world with their unusual muzzle shape and incredibly beautiful coat.
By nature they are quite independent and calm. The British breed is one of the most popular in the world.
But the British are not at all good-natured . Most often, these cats are not attached even to their own owner and in every possible way show how important personal space is for them.
If he does not want a person to pick him up or stroke him, the cat will demonstrate his reluctance by scratching and biting him.
Mekong Bobtail
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There is a misconception among cat lovers that Mekong Bobtails are sweet and good-natured. People forget that these cats are direct descendants of the Siamese. A bobtail, even during a simple and harmless game, can seriously injure its owners. And these cats don’t like strangers at all. Anyone who comes to the house for the first time is a personal and blood enemy for this inhabitant. Being secretive and quiet, pets are excellent hunters. They do this so masterfully that the prey is not even aware of the impending hunt.
jungle cat
Jungle cats are still considered wild , despite the fact that more and more people are expressing a desire to have a representative of this breed at home.
People are most often captivated by the resemblance of this unusual cat to a lynx. The charming tufts on the ears and the massive size of the jungle cat certainly look beautiful.
But nevertheless the natural predatory habits of the breed make themselves felt, and experts generally advise against keeping a jungle cat at home because of its evil and unpredictable nature.
Attention! People who have small children living in the house should especially beware of purchasing this breed. It is no easier to tame a jungle cat than it is to tame a lynx or a cheetah.
Causes of Scottish cat aggression
Now let's talk about aggression, and not about why cats can be unkind. No matter how similar aggressive reactions may be, their reasons are different and not always obvious. Sometimes they have to be calculated empirically.
The problem comes from childhood
Initially, the kitten is raised by its mother. She punishes him for biting and scratching, as a result of which the grown-up kitten will not make such attempts, including with a person. If you take him from his mother at 2-3 months, you will notice that he will even play only with his pads, without claws. If you pick it up earlier, the kitten may be ill-mannered.
Under no circumstances should you play with a kitten with your hand - only with objects. The hand should be associated only with affection and feeding. If you play with your cat with your hand, he will get used to the fact that, firstly, this is a tool for attack on your part, and secondly, that you can be scratched and bitten. Don't play with your cat with your bare hands. If you couldn’t restrain yourself, as soon as the cat lets out its claws, stop playing. Let him know that this is not possible.
Clumsy caresses
Perhaps your cat does not like your petting and responds rudely to them because you do not know how to pet properly. It is often common for a person to squeeze a cat too much, to put too much pressure on the head when stroking, and it seems to him that he is not pressing hard. But for a cat such an effect is unpleasant. Iron carefully and gently. If the cat wants you to do it harder, she will start butting her head and exposing other parts of her body to you.
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Something hurts
Another answer to the question why Scottish cats are angry could be pain or discomfort. Imagine that your hand hurts, and someone always comes up and crushes you in the problem area. Nice? Cats do not know how to express dissatisfaction other than to leave or scratch and bite. If you notice that aggression begins when certain parts of the body are stroked, this is a sure signal that this particular reason is at work. Take your cat to the vet and find out the cause. If pain is eliminated, the cat may love affection again.
Gon
When cats are in heat, they tend to become angry and aloof, as well as affectionate and cuddly. This behavior is especially typical for them at the end and after estrus. Hormones are playing, there is no cat, I have not received satisfaction, and then there is this owner. The same thing happens with cats. And then the owner gets it for the cat’s entire unsuccessful life. If the animal is not suitable for breeding kittens, it needs to be castrated and this will solve the problem.
Projection
Often cat owners observe how the cat’s character changes after the appearance of a second pet in the house. The old-timer begins to dislike the newcomer, but cannot always express aggression openly. Or he expresses, but this is not enough for him, because, in fact, he would like to kill... In general, the owner also suffers in such a situation, because the psychological law of projection acts not only on people, but also on animals. The cat actually wants to offend your other pet, but he offends you and transfers his aggression to you. By the way, the same can happen not only in relation to the second animal, but also simply to some irritant that the cat cannot reach.
Violation of personal space
When we pet a cat or pick it up, we violate its personal space. And cats don't like that. It’s another matter when they come or allow it. Usually, if you violate a cat’s personal space or touch it in a place that is unacceptable, from its point of view, it shows signs of dissatisfaction - meows, wags its tail, hisses, growls. But we ignore these signs and continue. And then it turns out that the pet, out of nowhere, bit you. Learn cat body language and be attentive. Learn to respect the animal's personal space and independence. You got a cat, not a dog. And cats are on their own.
Fear
Some cats are aggressive due to fear. This often happens to individuals who have lost faith in people in childhood and now perceive them as a threat. It is very difficult to wean a kitten from this type of aggression. The only thing you can do is to gain his trust day by day, never picking him up, never hurting him and loving him for who he is.
Excitement in the game
Some cats show aggression only during play, and not immediately, but only when they forget. As long as they are small, this is acceptable. But you shouldn't let them bite and scratch your arms and legs to begin with. We already talked above about how important it is from childhood not to teach a cat that you are an object for attack. Play with the cat only with objects. If aggression manifests itself when playing with objects, but specifically in relation to you, i.e. the kitten attacks you, stop playing immediately.
Territorial aggression
Some cats try to share the territory in which they live, not only with their own kind, but also with their owner. Therefore, from childhood, the cat needs to be put in its place, showing who is in charge in the family. There are also cases when a family member leaves and then returns with a foreign smell, as a result of which the cat perceives him as a stranger and behaves aggressively.
If you see territorial aggression towards yourself, it means that your cats still have not figured out that you are the boss in the house. Of course, we all know that cats are the masters of the house, but still, jokes aside, they should also know their place. Do not allow aggression towards yourself: you can take the cat by the withers with your hand and press it a little to the floor. This will be an expression of dominance. A few times may be enough to show who's boss. If this does not help, we recommend contacting an animal psychologist for a detailed analysis of the situation.
Protection of offspring
Females caring for small kittens sometimes become real beasts if someone encroaches on their offspring, for example, trying to pick them up or come closer than allowed. A mother cat can not only hiss, but also cling to the owner with a death grip.
Evgenia: “Once I opened the front door and my neighbor rang the bell. She was covered in blood flowing from her veins, like something out of a horror movie. It turned out that the cat gave birth to kittens and attacked the owner who was passing by, who then ran out of the house and was afraid to come back.”
Excess energy
Sometimes a cat is a real bandit, with some kind of endless flow of energy rushing out inside. Sometimes the legs of the owner and even the guests come under attack. Scold for this and stop such games. Play with your cat only in a form that is acceptable to you and try to make him weak from playing. After this, his fountain of energy will be weaker. And if he rushes to his feet, you can water such a predator with a spray bottle every time he does this. Then, after a while, such games will stop.
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Maine Coon
Representatives of this breed delight people with their stern appearance and massive body. In size, they are almost twice the size of ordinary cats.
They are distinguished not only by their beautiful and unusual appearance, but also by their flexible mind and high intelligence.
Maine Coons by their nature are real phlegmatic people. They are quite calm and confident. However, if you raise a Maine Coon incorrectly, you can end up with frequent hissing and attempts by the cat to bite or scratch not only strangers, but also its own owner .
However, you should not think that aggressive individuals are common among Maine Coons. Rather, the aggression of this breed is the result of improper upbringing or lack of proper attention of the owner to the cat person.
Siamese cat
Siamese cats are considered one of the most beautiful in the world. This breed is very popular not only because of its beautiful appearance, but also because of its high intelligence.
These cats are very smart and easy to train. They are easy to train and even loyal to humans. But in addition to high intelligence, these cats also received phenomenal memory.
Once an owner offends a Siamese cat at least once, he will remember it forever . And not only will he remember, but he will also want to take revenge at the moment when the enemy is unarmed.
There are many examples of Siamese cats attacking their owners while the latter were sleeping in bed. Therefore, you should not offend Siamese cats or treat them unfairly.
Siamese
Owners usually choose Siamese cats for their beauty. They have very wide-set eyes, which make them more beautiful than other breeds. However, these are not the friendliest cats at all.
They are known for interacting primarily with one person in the family rather than others. Having chosen their “favorite,” Siamese literally ignore and show aggression towards other people in the family. and insult everyone else in the family. They do not like children and are not very affectionate with anyone other than their “favorite” person.
Bengal cat
It is no secret that Bengal cats were bred by crossing domestic cats and wild ones. Therefore, in the character of this breed, the temperament of a gentle domestic cat and the burrows of a real wild, unbridled predator are intricately crossed with each other.
In normal circumstances, Bengals are quite calm and serene animals, whose behavior is no different from other domestic cats. However, if it seems to them that there is danger somewhere nearby, the hunting instinct takes over. Therefore, Bengal cats can seriously harm humans .
It is also worth noting that this breed is practically not trainable .
