Cats are naturally calm and peaceful creatures. Cats do not want to bite or scratch and usually may go a long way from you to avoid the situation if necessary. However, there are times when a cat may break its silence and injure its owner. Besides being painful, biting or scratching can cause illnesses and it is best to avoid this. It helps to learn how to avoid biting and scratching, as well as how to deal with it if it does occur.
Dealing with biting and scratching
1. React calmly.
Don't hit, scream, stalk, or lose your temper. It will simply terrorize the cat and cause her to become nervous and anxious.
Do not call the cat to come to you and then punish it, the cat does not realize the reason for your negative interaction with it. In fact, your cat will expect something good when you call her.
2. You have to pull out of that situation.
The first thing you need to do is to stop touching the cat and keep your hand still. If the cat does not calm down within a few seconds, stand slowly until it gets down from above your knee, then move away from it, and do not return until it calms down.
Avoid petting your cat after she has bitten or scratched. Instead, express your displeasure with her. After disciplining her, don't start hugging or petting her, as this may distract her and give her mixed signals. She might bite you sometimes to give her a hug.
3. Give your cat a lane to move about.
If you are trying to wander from room to room and the cat stops you grumbling and hissing, look at the situation from her point of view. The cat thinks that it is trapped and that you are approaching it and this is considered a threat, as it wants to escape, but there is no path, so it must defend itself by attacking you. The simple solution is to move sideways and let the cat pass and it will quickly do so and then continue on your way.
Do not offer your cat food within 20 minutes after biting or scratching, so it won't be considered a reward.
4. Learn what encourages the cat to improve its behavior.
Cats respond well to positive encouragement, that is, praise and reward good behavior while ignoring and retreating from bad behavior.
Give the cat a mouse stuffed with catnip to bite instead of you, then praise her for biting the toy.
5. Try to use voice and body techniques.
When the cat bites or scratches you, say "no" in a strict tone. At the same time, point your finger towards it. Stare directly at the cat with a ferocious look. to cats, Staring is interpreted as both threat and control.
It is also a good idea to keep the cat out of sight or ignore it for ten minutes.
6. Try the hand-clapping technique.
When the cat bites or scratches you, clap your hand and say "no" strictly. Remember not to yell at the cat or clap your hand directly at it, as this may cause fear and nervousness. Repeat this whenever biting or scratching occurs, the cat should learn to stop.
This method works well for a bossy or aggressive cat and is not recommended for cowardly or nervous cats, as it may encourage this behavior.
7. Try to ignore the cat.
When the cat stops biting or scratching, stand up and walk away pretending to be rejected without any further interaction. Make sure the cat is alone in the room, without anyone, for 5 to 10 minutes. Make sure to repeat this every time the cat tries to bite or scratch you, the cat will quickly associate the bad behavior with being ignored.
This method won't work for all cats, but it works well for cats who are hypersensitive because they lose attention, and with kittens, as they continue to learn the behaviors.
Avoid biting and scratching
1. Teach your cat about acceptable limits while playing.
Learn to act. If the cat bites you while playing, scream loudly and pull your hand away. Then, stand up and walk away, expressing the game over. If you do this consistently, the kitten will over time realize that biting will end the game and will avoid doing it.
If the cat is trying to give you a lovebite and you want it to stop, gently press toward the sting. The
pressure to bite is uncomfortable for the cat, so it will stop biting. retreating too quickly from biting is a result of feeling you are about to be hurt by violent play.
2. Provide toys for your cat to play with instead of playing with your hand or fingers.
While playing, the cat forgets to be gentle and may scratch you painfully, or will continue playing later and suddenly scratch you. To avoid this, provide toys for the cat that are not parts of you, such as fishing tackle, laser pointer, and mouse stuffed with catnip.
Cats need to bite, chew, and scratch for fun and exercise, not on you or anyone else. Try to play with your cat using a catch game, to keep your hand free from biting.
3. Allow your cat enough time to play.
Organize 5-10 minute play sessions during the day. Have the cat run after a game of hunting and keep playing until the cat runs out of energy.
The idea is to get the cat mentally stimulated from the chase and deplete its physical energy. A cat who is exhausted is less likely to attack than a cat with excess pent-up energy.
4. sterilize your cat.
Unsterilized cats tend to be more aggressive than sterile cats. However, this does not necessarily mean that non-sterilized cats are aggressive. Sterilization has a calming effect on cats and makes them more social and loving.
5. Learn to recognize signs of aggression.
Note signs, such as dilated pupils, stretching of the skin, and no purring. The cat may beep, growl and hoarse, or hiss. The cat may tip its ears back and flatten the opposite of its head. A cat can stop its mustache and may lengthen the sides of its mouth and open its mouth slightly, usually when hissing.
A cat's pupil can dilate while playing because it feels exciting. Keep this in mind when interpreting your cat's body language, so the cat sitting above your knee should be unmotivated and not have dilated pupils. If the cat is upset, she may bend and move from side to side nervously, as if looking for a way to escape.
Understand the causes of a cat biting and scratching
1. Check if your cat was raised by someone or lost its mother and raised by other people.
Cats raised by people lack the brutal behavior associated with life on the street and won't necessarily learn to control play attacks. Usually, when these cats become adults, they may be inclined to attack ferociously for no reason. Cats raised by people may give signs of aggression to people so they hold back. Recognizing these signs can prevent you from biting and scratching.
2. Notice if your cat is nervous or angry.
Cats who are nervous and unable to find a way to escape appear prone to attack. Her stress may be due to her distress from an annoying child or a change in the environment or people. So it is imperative that you pay attention to your cat's emotional needs and reactions. Avoid stigmatizing your cat as aggressive, as this may simply turn nervous.
It is optimal to restore a calm and stable environment. Turn off the noisy television and ask the children to act calmly around the cat, and if someone is angry, ask them to scream, and cry away from the cat's hearing.
3. Know if the cat is playing excessively.
If you encourage the cat to chase the moving hand, foot, and toes while playing, don't be surprised if the cat later attacks your foot, even after the play is over. You might just keep doing this thinking the game is going on.
4. Examine the cat to see if it is sick or in pain.
A sick cat may become violent, making her more likely to attack. Cats show symptoms of illness, such as weight loss, thirst, vomiting, or pain, such as irritation, howling, scratching, and biting, so they should be examined by a veterinarian. Her bad behavior may improve if the underlying health problem is treated. An elderly comic cat may bite or scratch if she is being held or cuddled violently to comfort her. Ask family members to be mindful of the cat's age and hold it gently. Providing some space for your cat can help improve any behavioral problem.
Helpful ideas
- Teach children how to properly handle or massage cats and kittens. A healthy carrying may help avoid many problems.
- Offer a toy for the cat to play with instead of your hand. This way the cat will realize that your hand is not a toy.
- If your cat continues to bite and scratch, tap your cat firmly but gently above its nose. It doesn't hurt the cat, but it bothers her.
- An air sheet may work better than an airbrush. Cats are annoyed with the hissing sound of the plate, and it does not harm them.
- This could be a dangerous idea, so check if it is possible for your cat. When the cat begins to scratch or bite, tighten the back of its neck and try to tighten the fur. This is easy with the furry cats. Press her head down and say "no" strictly to her, but do not shout at her. Don't be violent or hurt your cat, just prevent her behavior for a moment. It might buckle (in that case, let go before trying to use its claws), but it will realize your rejection of what it's doing. If the cat stays still for a couple of seconds, let it go by yourself. You have to appear fair but strict.
Warnings
- If the cat reacts badly to any of them, stop using it.
- If you have children in your household, be sure to tell them to handle the cat with caution. Do not pull, hit or scream, mess with her nails, and only use the spray bottle if necessary.
- If the cat bites suddenly and for no reason, take the cat to a veterinarian for immediate examination. She may have an underlying health problem that requires treatment.
- A cat bite can easily transmit the infection. Watch for bites and seek medical examination if necessary.
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