I've had my kitten for around 1 month now, she is about 4 months. she somtIMES GETS THIS fits where she runs around biting and stratching me alot.is this normal? sometimes she runs away from me when i approach her... i have never done anything to hurt her...:S? help pls.
2006-09-19 19:19:09 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Don't worry, it's normal. Cats are flightly by nature and will sometimes bite and scratch you for no particular reason. My cat runs around the house and attacks the scratching pole I bought her all the time, when she's playing. I think it's just in their instincts.
My only suggestion is to get your kitten some toys to 'attack', so it doesn't chew on you!
2006-09-19 19:22:57 · answer #1 · answered by the_fatmanwalksalone 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Have you taken her for a vet visit? She might have an infection, or some discomfort.....
If she's healthy, then it has to be a psychological thing.
Do you "box" with her? I mean, do you bat at her paws? Do you do "the hand" (covering her face)? Those are games people play, not knowing how aggressive cats perceive them to be.
Do you have a scratching post for her? Even if she is declawed, you should get her one. It is instinctive to do the scratching motion on something that is designated as "hers" and no one else's.
Is she alone all day? Do you sit in front of the tv when you get home? She may be just trying to get your attention.
Do you talk to her much? Cats need to be acknowledged frequently. They like the sound of your voice, and they like your respect.
Do you try to hold her or force her to sit in your lap? If she wants down, set her down gently, all paws on the floor. Some cats don't like to cuddle unless it's THEIR idea.
Do you startle her much? (I mean "BOO!") Cats see this as aggressive and they get defensive....
If she bites you or scratches you, simply withdraw your hand and ignore her. Never hit her or spank her. It's tough to control yourself sometimes, but to her, lack of affection hurts worse than a punishment she does not understand. Punishment makes her feel attacked and defensive, not hurt. Cats don't think like people do....
Cats love compliments. Tell her she's pretty, soft, cute, cuddly, stealthy, agile, sinewey, graceful, and your best pal. Give her the idea that the world revolves around her. She doesn't understand much English, but she knows it's a compliment by your tone.
Remember, while dogs have 'masters', cats have 'staff'......
2006-09-19 19:37:58 · answer #2 · answered by pandora the cat 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Kittens are play full at that age! Remember, they are babies, and the biting is them teething. My own little Habanero(that's his name) is the same age and he does the same thing. He'll run around the house; away from me, towards me, jumping up on the wall. They just have LOTS of energy. Enjoy this time, because in a few years, they'll be lazy and wont be crazy little fur balls.
2006-09-19 19:23:10 · answer #3 · answered by Jerrysberries 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is normal. Female cats are very much different from male cats. My kitty did this to me all the time and nobody could touch her. She was nice for a minute and the next minute she bit me. They are temperamental. I know other female cats who do exactly the same. However, you should never approach a cat, because you might give her a mixed signal, like "fight". Let the kitty come to you. You just have to accept her the way she is and please don't drop her off at a shelter, you should have done some research before you took her into your home. Thank you.
2006-09-19 19:38:02 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hey, My cat does that too! I guess that it depends on the type of biting. Sometimes I think its just a way to get you attention. Just to tell you that they just don't like you atm. Check out her reaction when you tell her off, does she look defiant and scared or just more pissed off? I think that will be the key. If she looks scared then she knows that the behavior isn't acceptable. If it continues -bite her back on the ear. It worked for me.
2006-09-19 19:43:27 · answer #5 · answered by witchywestcott 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, I think you should check out some articles at http://www.perfectpaws.com - on boisterious or whatever kitties. It's not a good idea to let your cat stuck in the habit of biting you. Whatever people say that it's normal, it's bad practice. How would you like it when the kitten has grown and has good strong teeth and jaws and knows it's ok to bite people?
NOPE!
My advice is - get a toy that she can wrestle with. For my cat, I got a baby-OK-ed stuffed crocodile that was almost as large as him (he did outgrow it) and when he started attacking me, I would grab the toy and irritate the cat with the toy, so my cat learned that scratching and biting the toy was quite OK. When he did start to scratch and bite me instead of the toy, I would hiss at him; if he kept at it, I would walk out of the room and close the door. He got the point.
We also have regular play sessions when he can vent his energy at his toys that I "animate" - I make him chase them, stalk them, catch them, etc., and I pay attention exclusively to him. Not by petting, though. It works a treat. :)
2006-09-19 19:27:15 · answer #6 · answered by AlphaOne_ 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
She is trying to be playful. I know it sounds weird but some kittens go through that stage. the biting could be because she is teething. Get her a scratching post and some other toys, and she should stop scratching you.
2006-09-19 19:23:27 · answer #7 · answered by Kali_girl825 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She needs a scratching post. Get her one, and yes her behavior is quite normal. YOU have to train her not to scratch and bite people. That is YOUR responsiblity.
2006-09-19 19:23:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋