Hitting could make the situation worse and could cause the attack to be redirected toward you. Spray the aggressor with a water hose. If this doesn t make a difference, aim for the nostrils. Hold a broom between the cats to separate them. Use a noisemaking device such as an air horn to drive the animals apart, and be prepared to move away quickly or defend yourself.
Abscesses resulting from cat fights can pose serious health risks and are expensive to treat.
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