Why Do Kittens Bite Your Feet

Your cat is giving a warning bite telling you he she is overstimulated.

Why do kittens bite your feet. Your cat enjoys the sensation of biting your toes. Kittens in particular are notorious for such behavior and will lunge at your feet even if you re just walking across the room minding your own business. You re likely going to get bitten says molloy. If your cat was taken from her litter too early she may have a harder bite than those who remained with their brothers and sisters for at least 8 weeks she adds.

Here s how to stop kitten biting the right way. Give your kitten 15 minutes of active play several times a day with an interactive toy. Your cat is giving a love bite showing affection. When they play it is usually about hunting.

Your cat chases and bites your feet because the sight of them stimulates her or his hunting instincts. Your kitten is teething. They chase balls and lights and feathers on a stick because they are hunters. You can train her to leave your feet alone by redirecting her to a real toy when she tries to bite.

Da bird or other teaser toys are a great choice. You got a bit of food on your foot and your cat can t resist a nibble. Feline aggression sometimes cats can become overzealous during playtime and take it to the next level such as biting or scratching that breaks the skin.