[Dr. Scarpetta]

My cat was in bed with me last week. He was purring, and I was petting him. Suddenly he sunk his teeth into my hand until I bled, and he hung on. I screeched, and he took off...

Since then I've been closing the bedroom door and keeping him away from the grandkids. What do you think of that behavior? He also has been known to unexpectedly claw at ankles when someone walks by at NIGHT.

We've had him since he was a kitten, and he's now 11. My brother won't help me with my cat when I go out of town. He says he's nasty. You can see his pic if you click on my name.

[Allegra]

You can see his pic if you click on my name.

He's very handsome.

Part Russian Blue?

[Slings and Arrows]

Vet time - he may have a hidden injury that you poked, causing him pain and provoking a defensive reaction.