My new kitten keeps biting my hands during play. How do I stop this?

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Dial A Vet · Accepted Answer

It's common for kittens to play bite as they learn boundaries. The key is to redirect this behavior to appropriate toys. Always have a wand toy, kicker toy, or stuffed animal handy to engage them with. When your kitten bites your hand, immediately withdraw it, let out a high-pitched 'ouch,' and disengage from play for a moment. This teaches them that biting skin ends the fun. Never encourage rough play with your hands. Consistent, gentle redirection and positive reinforcement for playing with toys will help your kitten learn appropriate play behavior. Speak to Dial A Vet via a video consult should you need further guidance.

My new kitten keeps biting my hands during play. How do I stop this?

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