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How to stop my kitten from biting my older cat when I'm around?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | unneutered

Why is my kitten always biting my elder cat, whenever my elder cat comes near me

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 28th, 2020

Hello. You do not say how old the kitten is, but this may just be the kitten learning how far he can push his older companion, or he is beginning to learn some dominance. Discourage the behavior by gently shooing the kitten away & distracting him with a treat or some play time with you. I have a cat that every time he sees my little dog sitting on my lap, he has to jump up & start chewing on the poor dog's ear. We then have to take turns to see who gets to sit in my lap. Cats can get quite demanding, & jealous. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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