Hello everyone. I have a little problem hopefully someone can help with. I live on a farm and my barn cat (who is a love) has started doing something that has me upset.



At first, he used to hide and jump out at me. Then he would run up and grab my leg with his paws. Then he started using claws (when he did this, I took him by the scuff and said no. He would be good for a long time) The last time, he not only used claws but also bit me. He was again repremanded but I'm scared of him now. I walk to the house with one eye on him and when I see him run up from a crouch, I face him and yell "No" which he respects and walks away. This progression has been over a few years. It is always after he and the other animals are fed while I am walking away from the barn to my house.



He is well cared for. Fed twice a day and eats whatever he catches. He has a padded box with a heat pad for the winter. He is also up to date with all his shots.(rabies are given every year because of his wildlife diet)



He really is a love, greeting you in the morning. Purring away at any little rubbing. Comes to visit whenever you are outside and will just climb right into your lap (even if you are in a rope hammock...that's another story) But as time goes by, I know I'll forget to watch for him. Any ideas on how to get him to stop? Sorry so long.

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