Training & BehaviorHi, My 3 month old kitten keeps biting and scratching me then later wants me to stroke him and when I do, he purrs. I have so many scratches. What do I do?
Hello and thank you for reaching out to Boop by Petco. Growing kittens can have a high predator instinct, making them want to bite and scratch. My recommendation is to play with Rocky using various toys that allow you to play from a distance to prevent you from getting scratched. This will also expend some of his energy so he isn't overly playful/aggressive when you try to pet him. You may also try petting him for short periods of time, even as short as 20-30 seconds, and then give him a break. Cats can easily become overstimulated and lash out and bite/scratch, even if they are purring. I hope this is helpful!
Updated on September 24th, 2025