Male Cat Behavior

Every cat has a unique personality, but certain behaviors are more common in male cats. These include both healthy personality traits and aggressive behaviors. Fortunately, neutering a male cat can calm the negative traits and highlight the positive ones.

  1. Personality

    • Though every cat is different, former veterinary assistant Susan Daffron states that male cats are often friendlier and more affectionate than their female counterparts.

    Hunting Habits

    • Male cats are rarely matches for female cats when it comes to hunting. However, a neutered male cat is better able to concentrate on chasing a mouse than others distracted by mating, according to Daffron.

    Cat Fights

    • Male cats are territorial by nature, which leads some to get into fights with neighborhood cats and even other cats in the household.

    Aggression

    • Cat Health Guide states that male cats sometimes redirect their aggression toward a human when their fighting stance is interrupted. Biting and scratching can ensue.

    Spraying

    • To mark their territories, many male cats spray urine. Cats of Australia's article "Feline Spraying" states that studies show neutering eliminates spraying behavior in 77 to 87 percent of male cats.