Why is my 2-month-old kitten biting and scratching? How to stop?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 1.12 lbs
Hi, my cat has been biting me a lot. I want some tips on how to stop her from biting and scratching. She is 2 months old and very hyper.
3 Answers
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Published on November 24th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! You are likely describing teething which is basically a normal type of behavior when kittens are growing up and it is secondary to mouth discomfort as teeth are growing. I recommend that you get Callie teething type toys which you can get at your local pet store or online. Anytime that she tries to nibble at you, you say no and give her the toy. This is likely going to resolve the issue. Good luck and have a great day!
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Published on December 23rd, 2019
Cats can often get hyperstimulated when being pet, and in response may lash out by biting or scratching suddenly seemingly out of nowhere. In most cases, they will give subtle signs beforehand such as tail flicking, ear flattening, stiffening of the body, etc. It's best to avoid being bit or scratched by stopping petting if you notice these signs, or if Lily seems to be getting too worked up. Letting her calm down and then approach you on her own after can help ensure she is calm enough to pet again. You can also try to redirect her kitten behavior/energy by offering her a toy to pounce and chew on/hold in her mouth while being pet, or play with a distance toy such as a laser pointer or feather on a stick to get out the extra energy before a cuddle session.
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Published on December 27th, 2018
It's possible your kitten is getting a bit overstimulated. Cats can sometimes bite or scratch when they get a little too worked up. You may see signs such as rapid tail flicking, stiff bodies, ears pointed at you, etc. If you do see these warning signs, giving your kitten a break to calm down, and then letting them approach you when calm can help.
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