?SedonaRockss
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Any hints from #CatLovers about older kittens, #rescuecats that go from sweet to rough/hurtful play on a dime would be appreciated. My hands/arms can't take much more. #catsofspoutible
09:13 AM - Mar 29, 2023
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Melissa Griffith ☕ aka Masker
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In response to ?SedonaRockss.
I have one with mega sharp claws. He does that and the second the claws come out, the hands are pulled away and hidden. He has learned to be more gentle.

I keep toys nearby to toss to him instead of my hands.

Having a spray bottle handy might also help. It only works on some cats.
09:18 AM - Mar 29, 2023
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?SedonaRockss
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Thank you. Sometimes he latches on so quickly. I read a few sites that discouraged the spray tecnique, but will save for last resort. 🐱
09:30 AM - Mar 29, 2023
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Melissa Griffith ☕ aka Masker
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In response to ?SedonaRockss.
It is a last resort and I only mentioned it due to the pic of your hand! It doesn't have to be a hard spray. A hair mister will work too. That's a gentle spray with kind of a hiss sound.

The toy method worked for my boy. Take hand away, say no, and give them something else.
09:39 AM - Mar 29, 2023
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