{"id":64929,"date":"2022-04-16T11:02:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T11:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T11:02:00","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T11:02:00","slug":"how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I get my kitten to stop biting me?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#How_can_I_get_my_kitten_to_stop_biting_me\" title=\"How can I get my kitten to stop biting me?\">How can I get my kitten to stop biting me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Do_kittens_grow_out_of_biting\" title=\"Do kittens grow out of biting?\">Do kittens grow out of biting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#What_age_to_kittens_stop_biting\" title=\"What age to kittens stop biting?\">What age to kittens stop biting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#How_do_I_discipline_my_kitten_for_biting\" title=\"How do I discipline my kitten for biting?\">How do I discipline my kitten for biting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Why_do_kittens_bite_their_owners\" title=\"Why do kittens bite their owners?\">Why do kittens bite their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Why_is_my_kitten_constantly_biting_me\" title=\"Why is my kitten constantly biting me?\">Why is my kitten constantly biting me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Why_does_my_kitten_keep_biting_me_hard\" title=\"Why does my kitten keep biting me hard?\">Why does my kitten keep biting me hard?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#At_what_age_do_kittens_stop_biting\" title=\"At what age do kittens stop biting?\">At what age do kittens stop biting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Will_my_kitten_grow_out_of_attacking_me\" title=\"Will my kitten grow out of attacking me?\">Will my kitten grow out of attacking me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#At_what_age_will_my_kitten_stop_attacking_me\" title=\"At what age will my kitten stop attacking me?\">At what age will my kitten stop attacking me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Should_you_punish_your_cat_for_biting\" title=\"Should you punish your cat for biting?\">Should you punish your cat for biting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#How_do_you_scold_a_cat_for_biting\" title=\"How do you scold a cat for biting?\">How do you scold a cat for biting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#How_do_you_stop_my_kitten_from_biting_and_attacking_me\" title=\"How do you stop my kitten from biting and attacking me?\">How do you stop my kitten from biting and attacking me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Why_does_my_kitten_constantly_bite_me\" title=\"Why does my kitten constantly bite me?\">Why does my kitten constantly bite me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#How_do_you_stop_cats_from_biting_me\" title=\"How do you stop cats from biting me?\">How do you stop cats from biting me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#How_do_I_get_my_kitten_to_stop_biting_me\" title=\"How do I get my kitten to stop biting me?\">How do I get my kitten to stop biting me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-get-my-kitten-to-stop-biting-me\/#Why_does_my_kitten_keep_biting_and_attacking_me\" title=\"Why does my kitten keep biting and attacking me?\">Why does my kitten keep biting and attacking me?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_my_kitten_to_stop_biting_me\"><\/span>How can I get my kitten to stop biting me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>Kittens often outgrow biting and scratching, but they might not completely outgrow it if they&#8217;re not trained properly. In other words, if you do not teach your kitten that the behavior is bad, they may grow into cats who continue playing in such a rough manner.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_kittens_grow_out_of_biting\"><\/span>Do kittens grow out of biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like puppies, kittens are naturally curious and also use their mouths to learn more about their environment. While most cats grow out of this habit after <b>18 months, here are a few ways you can quickly stop your kitten biting things they shouldn&#8217;t.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_to_kittens_stop_biting\"><\/span>What age to kittens stop biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The reason kittens bite us is simple: <b>they&#8217;re natural predators and they want to practice their attack on a moving object. In fact, kittens are biologically wired to attack an object that moves, so it&#8217;s important to teach them how to play with toys&#8211;not fingers or feet&#8211;from a young age.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_discipline_my_kitten_for_biting\"><\/span>How do I discipline my kitten for biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>8 Ways to Stop a Kitten from Biting and Scratching<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Focus their playful energies on toys, not hands!  <\/li>\n<li>Redirect to a scratching post.  <\/li>\n<li>Stop play, and ignore biting or scratching behaviours immediately.  <\/li>\n<li>Use your voice.  <\/li>\n<li>Play with your kitten every day.  <\/li>\n<li>Avoid reinforcing unwanted biting or scratching behaviour.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_kittens_bite_their_owners\"><\/span>Why do kittens bite their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats most commonly bite us <b>to tell us they want to stop interacting. Cats have sensitive nerve endings on their bodies that can lead to them becoming overstimulated. If you miss other signs they want to stop interacting, they may resort to biting you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_kitten_constantly_biting_me\"><\/span>Why is my kitten constantly biting me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The reason kittens bite us is simple: <b>they&#8217;re natural predators and they want to practice their attack on a moving object. In fact, kittens are biologically wired to attack an object that moves, so it&#8217;s important to teach them how to play with toys&#8211;not fingers or feet&#8211;from a young age.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_keep_biting_me_hard\"><\/span>Why does my kitten keep biting me hard?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Biting and bunny-kicking are <b>normal play behaviors for kittens. This is how they play with their littermates and their mother. The play mimics how cats will later pounce on, grab, and bite prey. When littermates are playing, they teach each other how to use their teeth gently, reigning in their bite.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_do_kittens_stop_biting\"><\/span>At what age do kittens stop biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But luckily for you (and your fingers!), kitten biting naturally decreases as your cat ages and usually disappears by <b>12 months of age, she adds. Kittens bite because they&#8217;re teething, which happens when they&#8217;re 2 weeks old, and then again around 4 months, she says. Biting is learning.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_kitten_grow_out_of_attacking_me\"><\/span>Will my kitten grow out of attacking me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>8 Ways to Stop a Kitten from Biting and Scratching<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Focus their playful energies on toys, not hands!  <\/li>\n<li>Redirect to a scratching post.  <\/li>\n<li>Stop play, and ignore biting or scratching behaviours immediately.  <\/li>\n<li>Use your voice.  <\/li>\n<li>Play with your kitten every day.  <\/li>\n<li>Avoid reinforcing unwanted biting or scratching behaviour.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_will_my_kitten_stop_attacking_me\"><\/span>At what age will my kitten stop attacking me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>Kittens often outgrow biting and scratching, but they might not completely outgrow it if they&#8217;re not trained properly. In other words, if you do not teach your kitten that the behavior is bad, they may grow into cats who continue playing in such a rough manner.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_punish_your_cat_for_biting\"><\/span>Should you punish your cat for biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>Kittens often outgrow biting and scratching, but they might not completely outgrow it if they&#8217;re not trained properly. In other words, if you do not teach your kitten that the behavior is bad, they may grow into cats who continue playing in such a rough manner.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_scold_a_cat_for_biting\"><\/span>How do you scold a cat for biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Never hold down, shake or hit your cat. Physically harming your cat can actually make the situation worse and cause her to lash out or become withdrawn. Also, cats have a hard time associating the physical punishment with the bad behavior, so you&#8217;re not actually training her to stop doing it.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_my_kitten_from_biting_and_attacking_me\"><\/span>How do you stop my kitten from biting and attacking me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When your cat bites, <b>clap your hands, scold him with a firm NO, and assert your dominance by staring at him directly and fiercely. Never strike or shout at your cat. Then leave the room and ignore the cat for several minutes. If your cat is timid, however, do not be overly aggressive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_constantly_bite_me\"><\/span>Why does my kitten constantly bite me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The reason kittens bite us is simple: <b>they&#8217;re natural predators and they want to practice their attack on a moving object. In fact, kittens are biologically wired to attack an object that moves, so it&#8217;s important to teach them how to play with toys&#8211;not fingers or feet&#8211;from a young age.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_cats_from_biting_me\"><\/span>How do you stop cats from biting me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How Do I Stop My Kitten from Attacking Me?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>#1: Playtime, playtime, playtime.  <\/li>\n<li>#2: Shower your kitten with cat toys.  <\/li>\n<li>#3: Set up a consistent schedule.  <\/li>\n<li>#4: Know how to say no  <\/li>\n<li>#5: Reward good behavior.  <\/li>\n<li>#6: Give your kitten their own room at night.  <\/li>\n<li>#7: Consider a playmate.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_kitten_to_stop_biting_me\"><\/span>How do I get my kitten to stop biting me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Stop a Kitten From Biting:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Say OW! in a loud but not overwhelming voice.<\/li>\n<li>Gently remove your body part from your kitten&#8217;s grasp.  <\/li>\n<li>Place her carefully on the floor and\/or redirect her attention to a toy.<\/li>\n<li>If she doesn&#8217;t come back and nip again, reward her with play.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_keep_biting_and_attacking_me\"><\/span>Why does my kitten keep biting and attacking me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>Kittens often outgrow biting and scratching, but they might not completely outgrow it if they&#8217;re not trained properly. In other words, if you do not teach your kitten that the behavior is bad, they may grow into cats who continue playing in such a rough manner.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I get my kitten to stop biting me?Do kittens grow out of biting?What age to kittens stop biting?How do I discipline my kitten for biting?Why do kittens bite their owners?Why is my kitten constantly biting me?Why does my kitten keep biting me hard?At what age do kittens stop biting?Will my&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/64929"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=64929"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/64929\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=64929"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=64929"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=64929"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}