Stray cats are often more aggressive than domestic cats due to their environment, lifestyle, and experiences. This is the same behavior displayed by my Ms. Walkie Talkie (stray cat), as he is always being aggressive towards my domestic cat Mr. Pomie and I always have to hush her away so that the aggression doesn’t increases. Here are some reasons why it happens:

Environmental Factors

1. Survival Instincts: Stray cats must fight for food, shelter, and safety, making them more aggressive and defensive.
2. Territorial Protection: Stray cats may defend their territory from other animals, leading to aggressive behavior.

Lifestyle Factors

1. Limited Human Interaction: Stray cats may not receive regular human interaction, leading to fear and aggression around people.
2. Malnutrition and Thirst: Stray cats may experience hunger and thirst, increasing their irritability and aggression.

Experiential Factors

1. Trauma and Abuse: Stray cats may have experienced trauma or abuse, leading to fear-based aggression.
2. Disease and Pain: Stray cats may suffer from untreated medical conditions, causing pain and irritability.

Socialization Factors

1. Lack of Socialization: Stray cats may not receive proper socialization, leading to fear and aggression around people and other animals.
2. Feral Behavior: Stray cats may exhibit feral behavior, such as hissing, growling, and swatting, due to their lack of human interaction.

Comparison to Domestic Cats

1. Regular Care and Attention: Domestic cats receive regular care, attention, and socialization, making them more confident and calm.
2. Predictable Environment: Domestic cats live in a predictable environment, reducing stress and anxiety.

Keep in mind that every cat is an individual, and aggression can vary regardless of whether they’re stray or domestic. Hence, show and give love to all the Animals ( in short ).

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