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 ...

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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 ...

As natural predators, cats often try to bite their owners—whether during playtime or when being pet. The behavior is normal, but why do cats bite? When should it be a cause of concern, and how does ...

Did your kitty mean to hurt you, or was it just a playful nip? Here's why your cat bites you—and what to do about it. Reader’s Digest asked veterinarians Rachel Barrack, DVM, and Deborah Greco, DVM, ...

Cats are revered around the world. They are small, cute domestic pets that are extremely popular. They provide emotional support and are used in some forms of animal therapy. That being said, ...

Cats bite out of playfulness or to send their owners a message. Buy cat toys to give your cat something else to bite. Praise gentle behavior to lessen your cat's aggression. Cats are the second most ...

Cat bites can make deep puncture wounds that are hard to clean. The nature of these wounds allows bacteria or other organisms to become trapped deeper in the skin. Due to this, and the fact that cats ...