I just adopted a year old male cat, he bits not hard and he freaks when I pick him up and scratches me any su

Answer 1

Give him time to get adjusted to things. Don't force him, that could just make it worse. Cats are very independant animals and need their space especially when adjusting to a new place. You don't know his past, he could have issues with trusting people. Just let him do this in his own time but also let him know that you're there for him always. Congrats on adopting, you did a wonderful thing and saved a special life!!!

Answer 2

For the biting, go out and buy a bitter apple spray or a "no bite" spray. Put this on your hands. When he bites you he will get a very bad taste in his mouth. He will quickly learn.

For freaking out when you pick him up, your going to have to give him time. He might not have been handled much and is not use to it. He also doesn't know you. Try wrapping him in a towel when you pick him up and talk to him calmly. Also keep petting him when you pick him up.

With scratching, well the only thing I can tell you is keep his nails trimmed. Again, use the towel and find a friend to help you.

Answer 3

Thanks for adopting a kitty. Sounds like your new cat is bit on the "shy" side with humans. Don't worry, he'll calm down once he realizes for himself that his new home is safe and secure; that there is plenty of food available; and that you are now his new momma. But he needs to learn this on his own pace... the worse thing you can do right now is fuss over him. I suggest that you allow him to investigate the house (once he is ready - you'll know when he comes out of hiding); give him his food calling his name gently, but do not attempt to pick him - just maybe a light pet on the head if he lets you; show him where the kitty litter is; and then IGNORE him. After a couple of weeks, I'm sure he'll be coming to you for food and some petting.

Answer 4

The bites are probably love bites, but the freaking out could be from something that happened to him when he was younger. I have a puppy who used to be incredibly freaked out when I touched her head, because she's a Sheltie, and they taped her ears down. What I did was allow her to get to know me a lot better, then I would very slowly and calmly begin to touch her ears a little bit every day.

Answer 5

Approach the cat with your hands slowly and calmly while talking to the kitty softly. If he starts to get "froggy" , stop and turn your palms up and wait for him to sniff for a bit and relax. It's all about trust. He has to trust you. This may take a little while, but your patience will be rewarded.
Good luck.

Answer 6

well i have 2 cats and well he could be playing when he bites u as fr the freaking out thing maby he doesnt like getting picked up or was badley treated be someone else i have a cat that doesnt like geting picked up and hes just weird lol dont worry gd luck

Answer 7

I have a cat that used to do that all the time, he still does if he's in a bad mood. It was because he was abused as a kitten before we adopted him. Any possibility your cat was abused before you adopted him?

Answer 8

some cats don't like to be picked up. and some cats don't like to be petted all taht much. if he is biting you, it is probably because he is overly sensative to touch, and is just not used to it. just let the cat be, accept him for who he is, and keep it on his terms. he will come to you when he needs attention. he just met you, he has to learn to trust you. give him time. i have had cats for 5 years befroe they warmed up to being a "normal" cat that likes to be petted, but i always kept it on thier terms.

Answer 9

You just have to treat him nicely and show him that you're a nice boss. But I don't think he will accept you. Find a dog. Dogs are more loyal than cats.

Answer 10

It takes cats (and most pets) a little while to warm up to you. Try not to force it. Let him come to you. Eventually, he should warm up to you.