Loving cats while simultaneously abusing them is a psychological disorder. This behavior is commonly referred to as animal cruelty.
Disorders are mental disorders that often occur alongside other mental illnesses, such as antisocial personality disorder, interpersonal relationship problems, and mood disorders.

People who abuse animals may be aggressive, emotionally unstable, and lack self-control, and may also have a tendency to bully and abuse others. Animal abuse not only causes suffering to the victimized animal but also has a negative impact on the abuser themselves. If a person discovers they have a tendency to abuse animals, they should seek professional psychological counseling and treatment.