Cat Biting.

Preventing Injuries from Cats

By: petMD May 15th 2012 12:10PM

National Dog Bite Prevention Week is celebrated May 20-26 this year. Dog bite prevention is important, of course. But cat bites and other cat-related injuries can also be dangerous and, in many cases, just like dog bites, injuries from cats are preventable. Many cats frighten easily. They may be afraid of strangers and can sometimes be scared by sudden movements, even from people they know. Never try to pick up a strange cat. Don't try to pet, kiss, or hug a cat that seems frightened, even if it's your own cat. Cats should not be chased or cornered either. RELATED: Hairballs and Cats Learn to recognize the signs of fear in cats. Even your own cat, no matter how friendly he is ...

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