Scratching:
Everyone knows that cats like to scratch. They can tear up the couch, ruin the chairs in the dining room, and reduce the curtains to shreds. This behavior is instinctive and natural for cats.
There are several things to try that could stop kitty from destroying furniture. Posts and scratchers have a coarse, nubbly texture that cats are attracted to, because it’s something they can really sink their claws into. Rub a bit of catnip on them to make it even more desirable.
Since cats are all about texture, cover the off-limits spots with things your cat will find unappealing on her paws, like double-sided sticky tape, aluminum foil, sheets of sandpaper or a plastic carpet runner with the pointy side up.
Many cats don't like the odor of citrus or menthol. Try attaching cotton balls soaked in cologne or a muscle rub to the places you want her to leave alone.
Declawing isn’t the solution.
Scratching is normal cat behavior. It isn't done to destroy a favorite chair or to get even. Cats scratch to remove the dead husks from their claws, mark territory, and stretch their muscles. So many people mistakenly believe declawing is harmless and a ‘quick fix’, but in truth, declawing will cause lasting problems for your cat.
Biting:
We all know that sometimes cats turn on their owners. It’s a common behavioral problem. Here are four reasons that cats bite.
1. She is in pain.
Sudden aggression may be a cover for her true feelings. It’s a natural reaction in the wild to disguise their pain.
2. She is afraid.
A fear response in a cat will cause biting and scratching. If your cat is acting fearful it is best to leave her alone until she calms down.
3.She is playing.
Some kittens who are separated from their litter too soon will not understand how to play. If they do not have this opportunity they may bite you during play and not even realize it.
Head Butts:
Cats have scent glands all over their body and they use them to leave a scent mark. This behavior is reserved for bonding, social, comforting and friendly purposes. When your cat engages in head bunting or head rubbing, she is placing her scent there as a social and affectionate gesture.
Kneading:
Kneading is the motion cats make by rhythmically alternating their paws, pushing in and out against a pliable, soft object (such as a lap). While not all cats knead, it is a common behavior for young and adult felines alike, so it's likely your cat does it.
Cats start to knead as kittens while nursing from their mother. A nursing kitten instinctually kneads to help stimulate the mother’s milk production. Even though kneading a soft surface doesn’t yield milk, adult cats forever associate the motion of kneading with the rewarding comfort of nursing.
WHAT DOES PURRING MEAN?
Contented cats often purr, which is why the sound is often associated with happiness. For example, cats frequently purr when their favorite person pets them. You might also notice this common form of purring when you feed or play with your cat, or when she is relaxing in a stray sunbeam through the window.
Sometimes your cat purrs not because she is already content, but because she wants to calm herself down. If you've ever noticed her purr getting louder as you place her on the vet's examination table, you can understand this.
If your cat is in pain, her purr may actually be helping her heal. Purrs occur at a frequency of 25 to 150 Hz, just the right range for promoting healing and improving bone density. By purring, your cat may be trying to gently stimulate her bones and muscles so she can get back to normal more quickly.
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