Cat owners may not believe this, but the next time your kitty jumps at you and starts to paw your face, there might not be anything wrong with it.
As unlikely as it seems, a common type of cat aggression that these feline creatures display is actually a type of play for them.
Cats especially show play aggression when they are left alone at home for long periods of time.
In case your cat is the only pet at home and does not have the luxury of any furry playmates to keep itself busy, it is likely to engage in play attacks the moment you step in or someone else comes home.
Though people often sympathize with such an active cat and don't play much heed to the problem, you need to deal with such cat behavior problems strictly.
Though damage from such vigorous play attacks is generally minimal, they can get serious if the owner suffers from an immune-suppressive disorder, has fragile skin, or if the cat directs its play attack towards the owner's face.
So, the moment you spot signs of less serious play aggression that may be annoying, take steps to curb the menace.
Some cat owners are found to sacrifice themselves virtually to their cats by playing with them in a manner, which encourages attack towards the feet or hands.
If you too have the habit of dangling a foot in front of your cat's mouth or teasing it with your fingers, remember that you are inviting it to show aggressive delinquency.
Some experts suggest that bringing home a second cat of the same age that has a similar temperament may solve the problem as your pet can fulfill its need for active play.
You and your family members should also exercise restraint when playing with your kitty.
Remember not to encourage the play aggression behavior by engaging the cat in rough play.
Rather, your play interaction should involve tossing or dangling toys so that the cat can catch or chase them.
However, such chase and attack behaviors should always be directed away from people.
If your pet still engages in rough play, try using a water gun, compressed air can or an ultrasonic alarm to discourage the behavior.
In other words, try dealing with these cat behavior problems with patience as well as a firm hand and you will soon find your cat's behavior changing for the better.