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Kitten bites while playing

Kitten bites while playing

During the teething or deciduous period of kittens, which is between three and seven months old, they tend to like biting things. This is a manifestation of kittens grinding their teeth, and you can buy some teething toys or small cookies for them to chew on. Be cautious and avoid being bitten while playing with the kitten. This is also a good time to teach the kitten not to bite people, so be patient and educate it.

Causes of sudden biting behavior in cats

The sudden appearance of biting behavior in cats may be due to the following reasons:

  1. The owner has a food that the cat likes to eat, and the cat bites without realizing its strength.
  2. During the teething period, cats will bite people to grind their teeth and relieve anxiety. Prepare a teething stick for the cat.
  3. Cats may bite when they feel fearful or scared. Pet and comfort the cat.
  4. Rabies infection can cause sudden biting behavior in cats. Take the cat to the vet for treatment.

Symptoms of cat teething

During the cat's teething period, symptoms such as red gums, loss of appetite, even inflamed gums, bleeding, and bad breath may appear. The owner should pay attention to the observation and take care of the cat during this period. Prepare softer food for the cat, clean the cat's mouth daily, provide some dental snacks, and regularly check the cat's teeth. If there are any abnormalities, take the cat to the pet hospital for examination and treatment.

What to feed cats during teething

During the teething period, a cat's appetite will significantly decrease. The owner needs to provide the cat with food that is easy to chew. If the cat has difficulty chewing, soak the cat food appropriately before feeding, or switch to cans. The main meal in the cans is more balanced in terms of nutrition and has sufficient moisture. The cat will feel comfortable eating it and the taste is also better. This not only increases the cat's food intake but also protects the newly grown small teeth.