I have a cat that I adopted from the Humance Society... I am going to assume that he was abused before because he bites alot... and if you put your face anywhere near his he will bite you... you can't kiss him or anything... I love to play with him he is so cute but his biting is just awful... and he has massive teeth!! I refuse to 'spank' him even though my mom tells me to because then he will think that im abusing him too...
Is there anything I can do to make him stop this?
He is about 5 years old now and I have had him for almost 2 years. I refuse to give him back or get rid of him.
2007-11-02 07:11:01 · 12 answers · asked by Chamillitary Mayne 6 in Pets ➔ Cats
SPRAYING HIM WITH WATER WON'T WORK HE LOVES WATER!!
2007-11-02 07:47:26 · update #1
cats are crazy
2007-11-02 09:19:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, you're to be commended for not giving up on your cat.
You DO have a problem, but that does NOT mean that it's irreversable. I believe that either your cat WAS abused or he was never taught not to use hands as toys when he was a kitten. You should check with the Humane Society and ask if they may know anything about where he came from and what his life was like previously. They may have an animal behavioralist who can help you with the situation, or if they may know of anyone who CAN help you. Or maybe your local SPCA has someone who can help you.
Also, you should NEVER spank your cat! Your mom is absolutely WRONG for expecting you to spank him because he will think you're also abusing him?!?! That's going to demolish whatever trust he has in you and will make his biting even WORSE!
I hope I was able to help. Good luck!
2007-11-02 07:35:37 · answer #2 · answered by dpo263 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He may have been abused in the past, or he may not have been socialised well enough and taught good manners by a previous owner. Some people mistakenly encourage their kittens to play rough, and once established, that can be a hard habit to break.
I don't know under what particular circumstances he is biting, but the web article below explains various causes of aggressive behaviour in cats and how to resolve the problem.
http://www.messybeast.com/nervous.htm
You're wise not to physically discipline him, it won't help. When he bites, tell him "no" in a firm voice or hiss at him (hissing reawakens memories of the mother cat's discipline) then walk away and ignore him till he calms down. If he doesn't stop immediately, then gently scruff the skin at the back of his neck and firmly press him down towards the floor. Hold him in that position until you feel and see him relax his muscles. Release your hold on him, then pet him and tell him "good boy." The idea is to discipline him without withholding your love. You should only need to hold him like that for a minute before he relaxes, but if he's very angry you may have to restrain him for as long as five minutes. In that case, just keep talking to him softly, until you can feel him relax.
The Messy Beast web site has a really good article about feline body language, which might also help you spot the warning signs that he's about to attack. Just a thought, are you staring at him when he attacks your face? Staring is seen as a challenge or threat in cat language. Whereas blinking slowly and looking away, is a friendly signal meaning that you can be trusted.
http://www.messybeast.com/catarchive.htm
Thanks for giving him a second chance at a loving home, and for having the patience to work with him on his problem. Good luck.
2007-11-02 08:08:35 · answer #3 · answered by Michele the Louis Wain cat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't get your face so close! It must be terrifying for a small animal to have a huge face within biting distance, especially if similar large creatures have been cruel to it before. I take quite a few liberties with my cats. (Two toms) When the claws come out I know it's time to keep my face away. Ever thought the cat might see you as an aggressor?
2007-11-02 07:40:30 · answer #4 · answered by mustardcharlie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats who've been taken far flung from the mummy at a youthful age have rather no longer been waiting to assessment the regulations of habit and suitable play. She loves you and at times its stressful for her to instruct you the way a lot and he or she'll show it by using biting. while she does this, on your loudest tone say "NO" or genlty flick her nostril or ears. My lil kitty used to try this and after a at the same time as she discovered appropriate habit. If this dosent artwork dont experience stupid to call a Vet, we are continually there go provide advice :). i'm hoping you wont have a start face for long. sturdy success!
2016-10-03 04:44:33 · answer #5 · answered by Erika 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some cats dont like people in their faces. when he bites spray him with a water bottle. but if he doenst like you in his face and he is 5 he prob wont let you do it ever. when you get a cat if its a kitten thats when you start with the kissing and gettin in the face so they get use toit. this cat was prob abused or the former owners didnt give him enough attention
2007-11-02 07:17:55 · answer #6 · answered by brown_eyes_1097 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think his behaviour will improve much now if you have had him for 2 years. He maybe thinks this is part of play and does'nt mean to hurt you. keep patting and cuddling him and keep your face away until he can trust you more. You should definitely never smack a cat.
2007-11-02 07:17:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
is it hard bite or nip,as my cats do this on my nose,but i was told its there way of affection,as my cats really sweet and he not nasty doing.is it nasty or just does it.the only way is put him straight down and ignore him each time dont look at or speak,he will learn.
2007-11-02 07:20:32 · answer #8 · answered by sky 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
spray him with water, give him treats for not doing that, or, you need to seriously get that thing to a trainer.
2007-11-02 07:28:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my cats bite my face and there love bites.
2007-11-02 07:39:04 · answer #10 · answered by Cathy J 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋