TY - JOUR PY - 2014// TI - Feline aggression toward family members: a guide for practitioners JO - Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice A1 - Bain, Melissa A1 - Stelow, Elizabeth SP - 581 EP - 597 VL - 44 IS - 3 N2 - Feline aggression toward people is a common and potentially dangerous problem. Proper diagnosis of the underlying cause of the aggression is key in effective treatment. A complete history, including information on the people in the home, other pets, and specific incidents, is necessary to make this diagnosis. A comprehensive treatment plan typically includes management, enhancement of the cat's living environment, techniques for replacing the aggressive behavior with more appropriate behaviors, and, potentially, medication. The treatment plan must reflect the abilities and commitment of the owner.

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LA - en SN - 0195-5616 UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cvsm.2014.01.001 ID - ref1 ER -