Cats may show displaced aggression toward owner, new pet/baby or its belongings when jealous.
Aggression
Jealous cats will often suddenly become clingy, demanding and vocal for your time.
Attention Seeking
They may guard valued sleeping spots, food bowls or guardians more when jealous.
Possessiveness
Urine spraying or area/human rubbing communicates ownership when your focus shifts.
Marking
Inappropriate elimination away from box signals distress over changing dynamics.
Unusual Litter Habits
Jealous behaviors expose worry about abandonment, change or unwelcome competition.
Underlying Insecurity
Spend solo quality time, swap scent cloths, make gradual introductions managing transitions fueling jealousy.
Reinforce Bonds