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My 10 week kitten and 6yr cat seem to play rough with each other. Is this just normal cat playing?
Hi Tammy
Yes it's pretty normal and if neither is getting hurt beyond an occassioal scratch they are having fun and getting exercise. If they are both participating and seem "into it" all is well. It can be prety funny to watch the "kitty kung fu" when they face off. You might want to keep their front claws trimmed (just snip off the very tip of the sharp part with nail clippers) so they don't accidentally scratch one another in the eye while wrestling. Otherwise, no need to worry!
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Tina
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I can answer questions on: cat nutrition and diet, behavior, behavior problems, training, general health, socialization/taming feral cats, TVAR, trapping feral cats, feline nutrition, and cat care. My favorite questions are on the topic of nutrition and I have special experience with hyperthyroidism in cats. Please do NOT ask me if you should take your cat to the vet - if you have any reason to suspect your cat is ill or injured please call your vet immediately!
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5 years as volunteer adoption co-ordinator for a nonprofit volunteer cat rescue group. Experience working in a veterinary clinic. Current occupation: Research Scientist.
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MS Biomedical Science
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