When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/joci03 Why does my cat bite me? This might come as a surprise, but cat ...

As natural predators, cats often try to bite their owners—whether during playtime or when being pet. The behavior is normal, ...

Cats are the second most popular pet in the U.S., trailing only dogs, with 31 million households owning a cat, according to worldatlas.com. With sharp teeth and intimidating claws, cats can be a ...

Cat play biting can come as a shock. One minute playtime with your furry friend is all fun and games, then they suddenly give you a painful nip. Perhaps you have a multi-cat household and are ...

Cats are a wonderful addition to any household, with the pets providing warmth, love and a mischievous sense of fun. However, a less welcome trait is when felines attack the humans in their households ...

Q: We adore our 6-month-old kitten, except for one thing: She bites when playing. We have shrieked, yelled “no,” scolded her and flicked her nose. How can we get her not to play rough? As you have ...

Many people are surprised when their sweet, loving, and affectionate cat suddenly bites them. Sometimes it’s a quick bite. Sometimes, the cat latches onto a hand or arm and has no plans to leave ...

If you’ve ever owned a cat, chances are you’ve been a scratch or cat bite victim. It’s not always a violent affair. Cats love to bite gently when playing or to warn you of something. Sometimes, cats ...

These reader questions were answered at the North American Veterinary Conference in Orlando, Fla. on Jan. 15-19. Question: I brought in a three-week-old kitten I found under a viaduct. The kitten ...