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Why do cats like to bite people’s hair?

Pet Knowledge
This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Anna Lee
Cats may like to bite people's hair out of curiosity, or they may be attracted to the smell of the owner's shampoo. In addition, if a cat regards its owner as a close companion, it will also bite its hair to express its love. If the owner really doesn't like the cat biting its hair, you can use other toys or snacks to divert its attention, or you can stop the cat's behavior in time and let it get rid of this bad habit.

1. Curiosity

Cats are very curious and full of desire to explore everything. For example, if there is any sound or mosquitoes flying, they will chase after them curiously, so cats It likes to bite people's hair, or it may be because it is curious about hair, so it will scratch and bite it just like other curious things. This cannot be changed, every cat is like this, and owners should not forcefully change the cat’s curiosity habit, otherwise it is likely to cause depression and other conditions in the cat.

2. Like the smell of hair

Cats are very sensitive to smells, so if the cat comes and bites the hair after washing, it may mean that it likes the owner. The smell of shampoo or conditioner on your head. At this time, owners should pay attention to the choice of shampoo, because some hair care products are harmful to cats. For example, products containing citrus fruit ingredients should be avoided.

3. Express love

Cats express love by combing their hair, so cats may bite their hair to help their owners comb their hair. This is an emotional expression that means the cat recognizes and is close to its owner.