Why is my young male cat humping and biting? How to stop it?

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I have a young tabby, only 10 months or so. Firstly I thought I'd have more time before he turned into a horny beast. From what I researched, male cats mature more slowly and he should be older than this before acting on his impulses? Lately he's been biting my wrist and then humping my arm. He gets very upset and cries very loudly when I push him off. What can I do to distract him until these urges pass? And how long does that typically take? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 8 lbs

Makenzie Kurth, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Unfotunately, male cats are sexually mature as young as 6 months of age and typically act accordingly starting about then. I do not expect his “tomcat” behavior to stop until he is neutered or is geriatric (12+yrs). The behaviors could be especially bad any time there is an in-tact female anywhere nearby. Of course you can’t control that. Temporary distraction with toys, training, laser pointer, etc. may or may not work. Long story short, do yourself a favor and get him neutered sooner rather than later. Best wishes to you and Fuego!

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