If you re unable to monitor your cat and kitten and are worried about one hurting the other make sure they re safely separated.
Cat and new kitten playing or fighting.
The way a cat plays as she ages may change but the desire to play should hopefully remain throughout a cat s life.
If your cat has loose relaxed body language with fur laying normally against his body and he is not hissing or growling he is likely having a good time playing with you.
Additionally observe the nature of the fight.
Playtime is an important part of cat life.
It s something that benefits cats starting in kittenhood and extending all the way through the geriatric years.
Play is displayed starting when kittens are very young and it s how cats fine tune the use of their teeth and claws and practice important life skills such as hunting explains kat miller ph d a certified applied animal behaviorist with the aspca in new jersey.
How about in your household.
If you live with more than one cat hopefully they have a good relationship and spend time playing together.
Aug 8 2013 by dr colleen currigan cat hospital of chicago chicago il.
Introducing a new kitten or cat.
However it can be hard to tell at times if your cats are playing or fighting.
The same types of behavior cues for two cats or kittens fighting or playing can also be used when it s a human and a cat in the equation.
Are your cats fighting or playing.
Cats that are engaged in a real fight will have their hair standing on end.
A bathroom with a litter box bed and bowl of water can be where the new kitten stays when you re away at work or asleep at night.
This is especially helpful if your kitten won t leave your older cat alone.
To determine if they are playing or fighting observe their body language closely.
Cats that are playing usually take turns.
It s an important event which must be done carefully in order to make it safe and comfortable for both cats.
Cats playing or fighting with humans.
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