If you spank a cat lightly, cats generally won’t hold grudges. But if the cat is spanked hard and it feels obvious pain, the cat will remember this scene. Feelings such as pain and fear will stimulate the cat's memory. When encountering these situations again, the cat will subconsciously act to protect itself. So in summary, cats are vengeful animals. If you beat or scold the cat frequently, the cat may retaliate.

What vindictive behavior does a cat show after being beaten?

1. Not allowed to touch it Cats that can be touched casually in normal times will now be particularly resistant and will grin when touched. This is a warning from the cat, and it also represents a serious level of grudge-holding. 2. Wreaking havoc at home If a beaten cat wants to take revenge on its owner, it will break vases, water cups, mobile phones, etc. at home intentionally or unintentionally, and it will also tear clothes and chew shoes. 3. It may scratch the owner When a cat is hit, it will react violently and may even directly scratch the owner. Most of the time, cats are not submissive animals. 4. Urinating anywhere Cats are very clean animals, but if they want to take revenge on their owners, they may urinate everywhere in the house. Some cats that are more vindictive may even go to the owner's bed to urinate. 5. Going away from home Cats have a strong sense of territory. Once they are beaten, they may feel that the home is no longer safe and may even sneak out. Therefore, when it comes to educating cats, it is not recommended to use hitting. It is best to use scolding, otherwise it will cause the cat to hold a grudge. When a cat makes a mistake, it is more appropriate to scold the cat in a stern tone rather than hitting it to educate the cat.