I know that is horrible but this kitten is evil. The reason I have this kitten is because 3 months ago I found him drowning in a pool, but now all he does is bite, scrach, attack, sh** and eat . I can't kill him and i can't take him to the pound because they will kill him and nobody wants him. Any suggestions?
2006-08-22 21:28:07 · 20 answers · asked by lovebite 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Just be patient and try to deal. He'll grow out of his naughty stage. It's really funny because I have two cats and I LOVE them. And sometimes I think I need to get a kitten, but then I remember how much I HATE kittens. I know it's hard but just try and be patient. You'll appreciate him when he gets older. You might even miss his evil days :).
2006-08-22 21:32:27 · answer #1 · answered by yumyum 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You sound like you have a bit of a problem, give your kitten more time, it has been through a traumatic experience, almost drowning and all, (that was probably really scary, did someone throw him in a pool?) Sometimes it takes awhile to get over, but eventually your kitty will come around, I know because I have 5 and 4 were ferals/wild cats. I don't believe any cat is evil, I hope you have a better time with him. Best wishes to you and your kitten.
2006-08-24 11:45:28 · answer #2 · answered by spiritcavegrl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like it may be a bit feral. You need to discipline it appropriately, so invest in a water spray bottle, supply it with a scratching post doused in cat nip and learn how to scruff it properly and clip its claws.
If it is being naughty try spraying it first. If it attacks you, hold it up by the scruff (but support the bum; at older ages scruffing can do damage) until the kitten relents then put the kitten down and don't interact with it until you choose too...if the kitten approaches in the meantime, walk away; if it attack again, repeat the process. If the message doesn't get through, put it in the laundry room and turn the light out. Cats don't like water spray, it is usually enough to deter.
You need to make sure you are not sending mixed signals, you have to teach it that this behaviour is not alright at any time. I would also have the animal speyed or neutered.
You can train cats to be nice, there are some good books out there. You can also talk to your vet they have behaviour altering drugs (as a last resort) but yours is most likely still young enough to train.
Good luck.
2006-08-23 00:35:43 · answer #3 · answered by doolittle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess the poor kitten suffered before it got to you and that is why his reflections are aggressive
first get this poor kitten a treat and have it ready with you .. whenever this kitten does something good reward him directly with the treat
second buy him toys to play with .. and when you play with him try not to let your hand be the toy .. have something to let him play with a string .. straw .. whatever
third when he attacks or scratches just say in a firm voice NO .. do not shout you would scare him and not let the message reach correctly .. you want him to love you and trust you too
building a relationship takes some time
good luck and I wish you all the Patience you need
2006-08-22 22:00:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
that poor thing. Remember he is *not* being mean or trying to hurt you.
One thing though - if he is a feral cat - i.e. a wild thing, you will have a lot of hard work ahead of you, and he might never be completely tame.
Go asap to www.clickertraining.com and read about how to help yuor cat become a pet that can share a bond with you through this amazing teaching way - there are lot of free articles, (and you can buy books) but without any money invovled you can start today, all you really need is a retractable pen - or anything else with a distinct sound - and some delicious treats
Good luck
2006-08-22 21:42:38 · answer #5 · answered by snowwings 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He has seen the bad side of life, now show him the good side. Just remember that when he grows up, he will leave all those traits behind, and I guarantee you will miss them. I have a kitten much the same. Very intelligent, but have seen him attack his mommy and is so proficient at fighting, I named him Ninja. He will bounce around on his hind legs like a boxer, do flips and loves to fight. He displays much of the same traits your cat does. Just give him love and he will respond accordingly. Ninja is special and in a way, I will miss when he grows up and he will stop all the things he did as a kitten. When he starts clawing or doing something I want him to stop, I just clap my hands loudly, and he stops. Your cat will not be a kitten forever, just give him a chance, or when he does grow up and stops all his kitten antics, you will surely miss them. It is said that in life, we do not regret the things we did, we regret the things we did not do.
How often do you hold him and scratch behind his ears and talk to him, and listen to him purr like a little motor boat?
Darryl S.
2006-08-22 23:11:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get him neutered. And try and be patient. He seems to have had a rough start in life. He may just be an independent animal that only eats and hunts. Some cats are like that. don't force yourself on him. Pet him a 'little' when you feed him. Then leave him alone and let him search you out. Ask any of your friends if they want him. Maybe it is a personality clash? Let him make up to you and see if you are forcing him to much to get involved with you.
2006-08-22 21:37:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The biting, scratching and attacking are all called PLAYING, that's what kittens do. All of us who have taken a kitten are covered in scratches, they are a sign that we have a baby cat.
Take time to play with him, wrap a tea towel around your hand and play with him, watch him attack the tea towel. You won't get hurt and he will have fun. Try not to hate him, try to understand him.
If you find yourself being cruel to him and you still hate him, then you HAVE to take him to the pound. It is much much easier to rehome a kitten than it is a fully grown cat.
2006-08-22 21:41:24 · answer #8 · answered by sarah b 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Kittens will do exactly what they're told, if you do it right. Sounds like you've trained it to be a rascal. Don't give up on it just because you don't know what you're doing. Be firm. Give it loving discipline and they'll love you for it! Good luck.
2006-08-26 13:00:26 · answer #9 · answered by Aught 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you really hate this kitten that much, call, or take it to the humane society, they will take care of it and find it a home where he is loved. if you just hate his behavior, be patient and let his get used to you, he may be a feral cat {a cat that has never had a home} give him time and love him alot you may be surprised what a little love can do. good luck grams
2006-08-22 21:50:27 · answer #10 · answered by grams 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋