What does it mean when a cat chases its tail? What should I do if a cat bites its tail and bleeds?

Cats are very cute animals, whether they are kittens or adult cats. Cats often chase their tails and run around in circles, especially kittens who chase their tails out of curiosity. Some cats may bite their tails while chasing them, and even bite them until they bleed. So what should we do in this situation?

What does it mean when a cat chases its tail?

Generally speaking, cats like to chase and bite their own tails, which mostly happens when they are kittens. In the early stages of learning to hunt, kittens will see moving objects as prey, especially fast-moving objects. Kittens will mistake their fast-moving tails for prey, so they will chase and bite them.

Cats like to chase their tails, but they don’t really bite. This action of cats is just like babies like to wrap their fingers and bite their toes, so it doesn’t hurt at all!

Cats licking their buttocks or tails may also be a process of grooming their hair. However, if you think your cat licks too frequently or too severely, it may be a sign of illness, so take it to the doctor immediately.

Finally, it may also be because the cat has fleas on its tail. Fleas like to bite or hide at the base of the cat's tail, so when a cat has fleas, it will lick or bite the base of its tail. When the cat cannot reach the place bitten by fleas, it will keep turning in circles, so the owner should pay attention.

What should I do if my cat bites its tail and bleeds?

First of all, if a cat always bites its tail until it bleeds, it should be because the cat's tail makes the cat feel uncomfortable, so the cat bites its tail until it bleeds. You can touch the cat's tail to see if there are any hard bumps. If there are, consider whether there are mites or parasites. Secondly, the owner can see if the bitten bleeding area is red or peeling. If the cat has ringworm or skin disease, the owner can go to the pharmacy to buy medicine for the cat and apply it to the bitten bleeding area. Finally, if the owner has beaten the cat recently, the cat may hold a grudge and bite its tail to vent. At this time, the owner should comfort the cat and accompany the cat.

What does a cat wagging its tail mean?

When a cat wags its tail at you, you need to understand the situation. There are probably several situations: If a cat senses danger, they will lower their ears to observe the other party and wag their tail vigorously from side to side. At this time, they are either nervous or excited.

Secondly, if the cat is sleeping, it is best not to disturb the cat’s sweet dream. Whether you want to comb its hair or stroke it, it will be impatient and at most wag its tail to show its response.

Finally, if the cat is happy, it will wag its tail slowly. This is also a good time to pet the cat. If the cat wants to please its owner, it will hold its tail high and wag the tip of its tail gently.