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Why does my 2-month-old kitten bite and grab my hands? Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 6 days old

Why does my kitten 2 months old wanaa grab my hand and fingers first and bite.it, is it normal?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on September 7th, 2018

Yes, this is perfectly normal - this is how kittens play. I would recommend using a fishing-lure type toy to play with Minu so that she doesn't get into the habit of biting and grabbing at your hands, since this will hurt when she gets older.

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