My female cat, Alexandria, seems to be challenging me lately. I have very few rules for my 2 guys, I just don't want them on my food areas(dining room table, kitchen counter, etc). Usually, they adhere to this rule when I am around. I understand that when I am gone all bets are off, and there is not much I can do about it.
Lately however, Alexandria has been getting on the table while I am just in the next room. This is something that I have not noticed since she was a kitten (she is now 7). I picked her up, hit the table and said "no" and spritzed her with the water bottle. The following week, almost the identical thing happenend.
Is this a signal that something is wrong? Physically, she seems fine, in fact, in all other respects I don't see a problem. I wondered if it could be a sign of jealousy of the attention I give my male cat Spats. But I give her attention, too. In fact, she is my lap cat, Spats is not.
I am confused and would appreciate any suggestions.
Lately however, Alexandria has been getting on the table while I am just in the next room. This is something that I have not noticed since she was a kitten (she is now 7). I picked her up, hit the table and said "no" and spritzed her with the water bottle. The following week, almost the identical thing happenend.
Is this a signal that something is wrong? Physically, she seems fine, in fact, in all other respects I don't see a problem. I wondered if it could be a sign of jealousy of the attention I give my male cat Spats. But I give her attention, too. In fact, she is my lap cat, Spats is not.