Why does my cat pounce or bite me when I walk by or try to pet her?

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Why does my cat try to pounce me when I sit down or when I walk by? Also she runs away when I try to pet her or she scratches and bites me when I attempt to pet her. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | 3 months and 12 days old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

She is playing. Usually kittens play hunt like that with their siblings or other cats, but since there are no other cats she picks the next best moving thing....you.. Get a fishing toy (stick with a string and a feather on it) or tie a crumpled up piece of paper on a string and play with her. Set aside at least 30 minutes/day for wild playing with your kitty. I am sure this will reduce the the pounce attacks, if not stop them completely. It is all about growing up and learning to be a predator. This has to be practiced (it is an instinct, not a bad habit) and you can support that. So instead of turning yourself into the prey, let the paper or feather serve as prey.

Why does my cat pounce or bite me when I walk by or try to pet her?

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