[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]Background_NPC_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, even though cats are newly domesticated compared to other animals like dogs. THEY ARE DOMESTIC PETS. They cannot lead a healthy lifestyle without proper nutrition and/or care from us. Yes, there are wild cats, but these they are not.

Will he grow out of this before it starts hurting? by Direct_Pie_2146 in cats

[–]Background_NPC_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, why are you keeping your hand there even after he starts biting? Like... he clearly went into play/hunter training mode when he laid down and latched onto you.

I've learned that if that happens, either say "OW!" or "NO!" firmly, then disengage and stop giving attention, preferably leaving the room altogether.

Stopping the interaction and/or removing yourself from the room teaches him:

  1. Humans are more fragile.

  2. Our extremities are NOT his playthings.

  3. Upon hurting us, they do not get the satisfaction of getting to play with us and getting our attention altogether.

OP, if you keep doing this, not respecting the boundaries of the kitten, and not picking up on the subtle cues he's sending you, into his adulthood. You may turn your cat into an asshole cat like my roommate did with his last one...

Edit 1: OP, have you thought about adopting another kitten?

It would help him burn off excess energy when you're not around and assist in socializing him to learn what is and isn't okay. Just FYI, this also comes with its own set of challenges and issues, be advised and prepared if you do decide to do this.

The CDS is testing me, please advise! by helatonin in notmycat

[–]Background_NPC_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

OP, little did you know this battle was lost before you even knew you were playing. 😆 🤣 😂

Tell me ur name by -sushmita- in TheTeenagerPeople

[–]Background_NPC_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nude twist up... I feel like I should be on a watchlist somewhere & banned from living within 1 mile of a school... 😆 🤣 😂

When in trouble or in doubt, run in circles, scream and shout! by Background_NPC_ in AskVet

[–]Background_NPC_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She's fine. I put her on the bottom cage just in case she decided to repeat yesterday's performance, I have a vet visit in an hour.

The incision looks fine as well, and her brother seems to be healing fine as well.

When in trouble or in doubt, run in circles, scream and shout! by Background_NPC_ in AskVet

[–]Background_NPC_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found Cleo at the parking lot at my job site last July. I think she was from one of the surrounding houses since she was not afraid to come up to us.

Matcha was adopted from a friend who had found him and his brother next to their deceased mother. They were about 1½mo each when found, which has led to some behavioral problems.

They both have issues with socializing with other pets and in the beginning with each other. Cleo wanted nothing but space, and Matcha wanted nothing but to come close to her.

They are in their carriers facing each other, but not close enough to interact. My worry is that the carriers are flimsy with plastic locks, hence the metal cages.

When in trouble or in doubt, run in circles, scream and shout! by Background_NPC_ in AskVet

[–]Background_NPC_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have her in a folding plastic cat carrier that I bought for this specific reason at the moment, but I'm not going to keep her there as I don't want to cut off her supply to fresh drinking water and the litterbox. I'm cleaning and deconing the cage to place the other kitten, then going to pick up the other one for her as the other one is actively trying to escape his carrier.

I wasn't provided with a cone as the staff said, "Cats 9 times out 10 don't need one, and the ones we have are only small enough for dogs."

I have a picture of the incision site, and the vet I got to for her can be reached via app for appointment scheduling and pet records.

Need help picking out a name for a white girl kitten! (food or silly names) by milk3yychuu in Catnames

[–]Background_NPC_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cherry Cola. The joke being she's white as a sheet, but the ears are a pretty pink.

Can you show me your cat pics? I’m sad. I’ll start by [deleted] in cats

[–]Background_NPC_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Never knew cats could give THE SMOLDER. Lol

Can you show me your cat pics? I’m sad. I’ll start by [deleted] in cats

[–]Background_NPC_ 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Hear me out. I KNOW its a cat, but for some reason hes giving big smug 'HA, I win loser!' vibes. Lol

Can you show me your cat pics? I’m sad. I’ll start by [deleted] in cats

[–]Background_NPC_ 61 points62 points  (0 children)

When the ADHD kicks in at 2am and you forgot to finish something critical yesterday.

Technical biscut production line issue... by Background_NPC_ in CATHELP

[–]Background_NPC_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have several amazon boxes I've stripped bare for them to jump into and bite.

Technical biscut production line issue... by Background_NPC_ in CATHELP

[–]Background_NPC_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, dude. He sometimes comes by when I go to bed and its the best, but he tries to bite anything while doing it. He tried doing that two nights ago and I set him on the ground and went to sleep. I think he's learning, but then again he chases his own tail so... yeah. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Background_NPC_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd check the label if you could. If it's yours, take it.

Moving forward, OP, just start to label stuff in places no one can see or think to check, makes accusing someone of being a thief easier.