Mr I has been chasing the cat around the house & Tabby has got jack of it and turned around and swiped him(didn't connect). I'm too tired to have to deal with a cat that believes he doesn't have to move for anyone, even though it would be prudent to get up on something so his tail doesn't get grabbed, so I've locked him in the laundry (where his kitty litter,food & water is).

Its got me thinking, I do smack the cats occasionally and I tell them to shut up as other cat is very vocal (a big whinger), and I'm realising this is not the best example for the boys. So has anyone got any gentle pet owning tips?