Cat 'nips' - When kitty uses their teeth...

 It was about a kitty with a mysterious “biting” habit.

You see, this kitty was never a biter until one day, out of the blue, he started to lick and bite his mom’s arms and hands.

She was upset, of course, since those little bites can hurt. But also, she was left wondering:“Why is my cat biting me?”

Over the next few weeks, she kept track of her furry pal’s “biting behavior” and soon realized... The bites had nothing to do with aggression.

Her kitty only bit her when she used basil-scented moisturizer. Her kitty was biting her because she smelled yummy!

Yep, that’s right. She discovered one of the 3 common reasons your cat might bite you. 

Because after all, your furry friend loves you to bits. So if they decide to give you a nip, it may not be because they’re angry.

“Why is My Cat Biting Me?”


Reason #1: You smell yummy.

Like the cat mom who uses basil-scented moisturizer…

A certain scent you’re wearing could be encouraging your kitty’s biting behavior.

You see, if your furry pal smells something interesting, their instinct is to take a little bite and see how it tastes.

Herbal scents (like basil or mint) are likely to catch your kitty’s attention.

I’m not saying you HAVE to give up your yummy smelling lotions… but if you want to prevent your cat’s “curiosity bites” you might consider switching to a different product.


Reason #2: Your kitty is competitive.

If you’re playing a rough game with your cat, it’s perfectly natural for them to use their teeth to try and get an advantage in the game.

So keep your physical contact gentle, even when you’re playing a rambunctious game. That way, your kitty won’t feel the need to get “bitey.”

If your cat has a bad habit of “play biting,” don’t worry. You can easily correct them.

When your cat bites, gently push them away, turn your back, and leave the room. This shows your cat: When they bite, playtime is over.

If your cat follows you into another room and rubs against your legs, asking to play again, go for it. However, if they bite again, game over. Repeat this process every time you play.

Eventually, your cat will learn not to bite — because they’ll want to keep playing with you.


Reason #3: Your cat is calling “dibs.”

As strange as this may seem, your feline pal might bite you as a way of “claiming” you for their own.

These “claiming bites” are usually soft nibbles, but if your kitty bites too hard, simply let them know by making a loud noise, like “ow!”

Then, move away from your cat. This is a verbal and physical cue that shows your furry pal you don’t like “love bites.”

With time, your kitty will learn snuggles and head bumps are the best way to show their love for you.

And there you have it! Those are 3 common reasons why your cat might bite you.

So the next time your kitty “takes a bite,” try not to be too upset. Just use one of my anti-biting strategies above to help curb the behavior.

What other “strange” cat behaviors are you curious about? Hit replyto this email and let me know!

Maybe I can answer your questions in a future email :)

To you and your best friend,

Dr. Marty