Ep 8. Loves Bites!

In season 7 episode 8 of My Cat From Hell titled "Love Bites!", Jackson Galaxy, the cat behaviorist, tries to help two different cats and their owners with their feline problems. In the first segment, Jackson meets with a couple who are having issues with their cat, Goose. Goose is a two-year-old male cat who is extremely aggressive and territorial. Goose not only attacks the couple but also their other cat.

Jackson tries to assess the situation and realizes that the root cause of Goose's aggression is his owner's affection with him. Goose is possessive of his owner and feels threatened when the owner gives attention to others. To solve the issue, Jackson suggests creating safe spaces for each cat where they can have their own space. Jackson also advises the owners to create a feeding schedule for Goose to try and curb his aggression. Finally, Jackson demonstrates some techniques for the owners to use when Goose becomes aggressive.

In the second segment, Jackson meets with a couple who are at their wit's end with their kitten, Apollo. Apollo is a four-month-old kitten who was adopted to provide some company to their resident cat Loki. However, since Apollo's arrival, Loki has become aggressive towards him to the point where he won't let him eat, sleep or use the litter box.

After observing the cats' behavior, Jackson determines that Loki is suffering from a condition called "redirected aggression". This happens when a cat becomes aggressive toward another animal or person because of a previous stressful situation. To help alleviate the tension, Jackson recommends the owners to separate the cats and gradually reintroduce them.

Additionally, Jackson suggests creating a positive association between the two cats by feeding them together behind a barrier. Jackson also sets up a new litter box for Apollo and gives the owners some tips on how to play with both cats together.

Throughout the episode, Jackson also shares some important tips on how to understand and bond with your cat. He talks about the importance of providing lots of vertical space for your cat, the need for regular playtime, and also the benefits of positive reinforcement training.

The episode ends with a follow-up on the cats and their owners, showing how Jackson's intervention has had a positive impact on both the cats' behavior and the relationships between them and their owners.

Overall, "Love Bites!" is another excellent episode of My Cat From Hell that showcases Jackson Galaxy's expertise as a cat behaviorist and his ability to solve complex cat problems. The show is not just informative but also entertaining and heartwarming. It's a must-watch for any cat owner or cat lover out there!