Ever puzzled over why your pet cat suddenly bites your hand while you're petting and stroking it? Rest assured, your feline companion hasn't had a sudden mood swing, nor does it intend to hurt or ...

Ouch! No cat owner likes getting bitten, that’s for sure. But if your kitty won’t stop nipping you, you’ll be happy to know there are ways to get him to stop this annoying (and painful!) habit. We ...

The cat is still enjoying the cuddles but then suddenly bites while being stroked. The reaction seems to come out of nowhere. There are various reasons for this. PETBOOK editor and cat behavior expert ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

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, ...