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Why does my kitten eat random things when playing? Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 4 lbs

Why does my kitten eat random things when they play?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on October 21st, 2019

It's common for young animals to chew on and sometimes swallow things that they shouldn't, just like human toddlers. The best thing to do is keep small items that might be accidentally swallowed away from your kitten, until he is older and has stopped this behavior.

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