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How do I get my cat to stop attacking my new kitten?
Have your cat spayed or neutered to tone down its aggression.
- You can have a kitten spayed or neutered once it’s 4 months old.
- Keep your cat in a separate room for at least 12 hours when you return from the vet since it may have odors that can make your other animals more aggressive.
Why does my older kitten bite my younger kitten?
The reason kittens bite us is simple: they’re natural predators and they want to practice their attack on a moving object. In fact, kittens are biologically wired to attack an object that moves, so it’s important to teach them how to play with toys–not fingers or feet–from a young age.
Will my big cat hurt my new kitten?
A kitten under 16 weeks old is a baby, physically weak, and can easily be hurt by an older cat. Your goal is to try to not have negative things happens between the new kitten and the older cat (except a bit of hissing). There are some adult cats who take to little kittens right away, happily filling in as “mom”.
How do you stop two kittens fighting?
How to stop your kittens fighting. Spread your kittens’ resources throughout the house to reduce tension caused by competition, increase the number of food and water bowls, introduce several scratching posts and purchase a variety of cat toys to distract your kittens if things are getting out of hand.
Is it OK to let kittens fight?
Unfortunately, it’s tempting to let your baby kitten play fight with your hand when he’s young, but this is a bad habit that you’ll regret when your kitten gets bigger and stronger. If you see your kitten readying to jump on you, try to distract him with a loud noise or a hiss from you.
How do I Stop my Cat from attacking my new kitten?
Block areas where your cat normally hides before it attacks. Cats will sometimes pounce out from a hiding spot to play, but it can come across as aggressive to a new kitten. Put items in the empty space or put up a barrier so your cat can’t get into those areas anymore.
Why does my cat get aggressive around my new kitten?
Your cat may get jealous when you spend time with your new kitten, which can cause it to get aggressive near you. When your cat approaches you, check if it has dilated pupils, tense body posture, or a swishing tail. If it does, stand up and leave the room as soon as you can so your cat recognizes the behavior is unacceptable.
How do I get my Cat to stop playing with other cats?
Have your cat spayed or neutered to tone down its aggression. Cats that are “intact” tend to have higher aggression than “fixed” animals since they have more hormones. Schedule an appointment with a veterinarian so they can spay or neuter your cat. Allow your cat to recover completely before you let it play with your kitten again.
Is it normal for a cat to attack a new kitten?
Getting a new kitten can be an exciting part of your life, but a cat you already own may not warm up to it as quickly. It’s normal for cats to act territorial at first, but the fighting can sometimes get out of hand. If your cat bullies or attacks the kitten, there are a few things you can do to help them get comfortable around each other.