Thread: Biting, what to do ?

Hey, Bubbies. I completely agree with Howlinbob - it's perfectly normal and natural, but drawing the line is important. I don't mind a bit of gentle nibbling but it must be gentle, and I take exactly the same approach as HB - I will always say "Gently" in a low, slow and calm voice. Freyja will usually stop the nibbling, eye me, and then lick the bit she's just chewed.
With Wicca I usually have to resort to agonised howling, followed by some time where I won't even look at her. She's thicker skinned than Freyja and it's taking a bit longer for her to get the hint, but she does stop quicker than she used to.
Apparantly, the ouch bit works as it's similar to how cats show each other their displeasure - a growl/hiss/yelp, followed by the injured playmate walking off and ignoring the other one.