Does your kitty sometimes get carried away during play and leave you with a sharp bite or scratch? While some play biting is normal, it is essential to teach your pet not to hurt you while they are still young so you can enjoy a friendly relationship when they are grown. In this video, we cover 8 ways to stop your kitten from biting and scratching: 1. Focus energy on toys, not hands Learn why you should never use your hands or feet as playthings. We explain how to use toys held at a distance, like feathers on a string, to keep your hands safe. 2. Redirect to a scratching post Scratching is a natural behavior for marking territory and stretching claws. We discuss how to recognize signs of a "kitty attack," such as dilated pupils and flattened ears, and how to redirect that energy to a post. 3. Stop play and ignore the behavior If your kitten becomes too aggressive, you must teach them it is not okay. We explain the "stop and ignore" method: withdrawing attention and walking away for 5–10 minutes to let them calm down. 4. Use your voice Discover how to use a sharp "no!" or "ouch!" command to signal unhappiness without shouting or losing your temper, which can make your cat fearful. 5. Establish a daily routine Routine helps cats feel relaxed. We recommend daily play sessions of 10–15 minutes, two or three times a day, to burn off excess kitten energy. 6. Avoid reinforcing unwanted behavior Find out why fussing over a kitten after they bite can actually encourage them to do it again for attention. 7. Check your kitty's health Unusual aggression can be a sign of pain or illness. We explain when it is time to visit the vet to ensure your pet isn't acting defensively due to health issues. 8. Create a calm environment Stress can lead to biting and scratching. We discuss optimizing your home with enough resources (like hiding spots and litter trays) and using a FELIWAY Optimum diffuser to support a calm environment. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Why kittens bite and scratch 0:45 - Tip 1: Toys vs. Hands 1:30 - Tip 2: Using Scratching Posts 2:15 - Tip 3: The "Ignore" Technique 3:00 - Tip 4: Using Voice Commands 3:45 - Tip 5: Daily Play Routines 4:30 - Tip 6: Avoiding Reinforcement 5:10 - Tip 7: Health Checks 5:50 - Tip 8: Reducing Stress with FELIWAY Optimum