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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

It’s never pleasant when your affectionate cat suddenly turns into a tiny ball of teeth and claws. One moment they’re purring on your lap, and the next, they’re biting your hand for seemingly no ...

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 the adorable kitten you brought home is behaving like a little monster—scratching and biting, or ignoring its litter box in favor of your bedroom rug—it's not being malicious. It's trying to tell ...