Ow! Your feline just sunk her sharp little teeth into you. Read on for some reasons why your cat bites you.
Your cat could be frightened. Your kid might be pulling on the cat's tail. Or, maybe an unfamiliar person is tried to pick up the cat. Cats bite to protect themselves.
Playtime is another time when cats may bite. You might be walking across the room and suddenly feel your toe attacked. Many cats do not like their bellies to be touched and will bite if you try. Even though biting is normal cat behavior, you most likely do not want your cat to be biting you or your family members. Help your cat release energy by playing chase and pounce with cat toys that have long poles so your hands don't get in the way. Don't use your hand or other body part as the object to be chased as this cat training will only encourage biting.
Some cats bite to express their love. Cats bite each other lightly to demonstrate their affection for each other, and your cat may be giving you love cat-style. Some cats will also bite gently while they are licking you. The cat is really grooming you, and it is normal for cats to softly bite when they are grooming each other.
Cats bite to let you know that they have had enough attention for awhile. Your feline could be purring happily as you pet her and then bite you to get you to stop petting her. Before biting, cats will generally signal that they are at their limit by making tail circles or laying their ears back.
Feeling pain can lead a cat to bite. If your cat suddenly starts biting for no apparent reason, get a vet exam to rule out any physical problems.
Handling small kittens in front of their mother can result in a bite since they are extremely protective of their young. Usually the mother will stop biting once the kittens are older.
Now, you should understand why your cat bites. By not playing aggressively with your cat, treating underlying medical conditions, and learning cat behavior secrets , you can reduce or eliminate the biting and enjoy your cat friend.
