Why Does My Cat Bite Me?

Cats start biting for different reasons. Often they bite their own owners. To get rid of this bad habit of your cat, you need to understand the cat and then take action.

Here are the main reasons why your cat bites you:

A Cat Does Not Understand That Biting Hurts

If a young cat or kitten bites you constantly, then most likely he or she does not understand that teeth and claws cause pain. This is part of the tactile interaction of the cat. She plays with you like that, unaware that you are in pain.

What to do? You should let the cat know that her bites hurt you. Drive it away, stop playing IMMEDIATELY after the bite. If the reason was in this, then the cat will stop biting, because he wants to be friends with you.

Cat with Bad Manners

If a cat has changed house and / or owners, it may behave wildly. Every time you try to play with her or caress it, it becomes aggressive and tries to bite.

What to do? Such a cat takes time to get used to you and your home. And you have to be patient. Usually, a couple of days will be enough to make the cat become nicer and kinder to you. And it will stop biting you.

Cat’s Weapon

A cat can intentionally bite while trying to control you. If she knows that her bites are effective, she can use them if necessary. In their cat’s best interests.

What to do? With such a cat it is better to try to make friends. Nothing new. Just understand it and avoid conflicts. Perhaps, over time, it will stop biting you and become “more compliant”.

Domination

Cat wants to dominate. It’s important for her to be the boss of the house. If you are late with food, take the wrong time the cat on your hands or what else-it will bite you.

What to do? We would recommend that you consistently take control of the situation. In house must be your rules, but they must be comfortable and for cats. The cat should get used to it. And for the subordinate to encourage her with food and game (if it doesn’t bite).

Method Of Communication

A cat prefers to bite than purr or meow when communicating with you. She notices that you react more to the bite than to her cute meow.

What to do? Don’t fall for her behavior. Give her a plush or rubber toy to quench her thirst to bite on. If your cat bites you-refuse her request. If she feels nice to you, then treat her with a yummy or just Pat on the back. So it will stop biting you very soon.

What Else to Do?

Here are some more tips on how to wean your cat from biting:

  • do not accustom the kitten or cat to play with your bare hands or feet;
  • if the cat bites you, then otternite hand (or leg, ie, what she bit) with a voice exclamation. Look at her sternly. Stop playing. So your cat will understand that she has crossed the line and, most likely, will leave this habit of biting after several similar situations;
  • praise her for her tenderness when she grabs your hand with her mouth, but does not bite, or grabs with her paws, but keeps her claws. Let her know she did the right thing.

Conclusion

Use teeth cat under rubbing shoulders and games – normal phenomenon. Kittens so play with each other, they like it. Therefore, your goal is to make it clear to your cat that is biting prohibited while communicating with you. In most cases, a cat understands that she needs contact with you and she will correct her behavior, and stop biting you.

Why Does My Cat Bite Me?
Reyus Mammadli/ author of the article

I have had pets since childhood: cats, guinea pigs, rabbits, geese, chickens, ducks, parrots, aquarium fish and dogs (in the yard). Of course, I constantly encountered diseases of pets and treated them. Glad to be able to share my skills and experience, as well as advice on caring for and adapting these critters and birds.

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