Hi Atlas,
Since his poo is now getting consistently firm, that means good bacteria is starting to populate his gut but it will take a little longer for the bacteria to become more established–when that happens you will probably only see 2 or 3 poos a day. I started using kefir after I told one of the vets that I did not think the probiotics I was using were helping and he suggested adding either goats milk or kefir. In my case, instinct was correct and the probiotics were just aiding in digestion and not getting established in her gut. It made a huge difference when I started giving kefir 40 minutes before she eats.
Since he wasn’t like this before I think the “possessive” behavior may be coming from the fact that he is hungry. He knows the food comes from you and your hands, but when you touch him while he is eating, he may not perceive that touch as coming from you-his eyes and brain are focused on the food dish-not his surroundings. Rather than touching him, try giving him a command, such as sit and then immediately release him to go back to eating.
