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My kitten hates her bell collar. How can I get her to accept it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 months and 24 days old | 10 lbs

How do I get my kitten to get used to her new bell collar? She keeps trying to catch it.

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Answered By Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner

Published on July 15th, 2018

Unfortunately, getting cats used to collars just requires time. Make sure it is a break-away collar for her safely. I usually recommend starting with a collar without a bell, so they get used to the collar without any noise. Then when they are used to the collar and no longer scratching, you can change to a collar with a bell. Don't worry, she will get used to it, but it just takes time. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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