I was cat-sitting recently, in exchange for a free place to stay, when the white-and-gray cat lunged at my hand and bit it - ouch! - one evening before bed. The bite left a small puncture wound below ...

Every year, there are an estimated 400,000 cat bites in the United States, with animal bites accounting for approximately 1 percent of all emergency room visits. Although dog bites are far more common ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/joci03 Why does my cat bite me? This might come as a surprise, but cat ...

As natural predators, cats often try to bite their owners—whether during playtime or when being pet. The behavior is normal, but why do cats bite? When should it be a cause of concern, and how does ...

If you’ve ever owned a cat, chances are you’ve been a scratch or cat bite victim. It’s not always a violent affair. Cats love to bite gently when playing or to warn you of something. Sometimes, cats ...

I have an adorable five-year-old reverse tuxedo cat named Jasmine. When I adopted her at age 3, the shelter warned me she liked to nibble hands. This was never objectionable because she is a small cat ...

Brits have been told to seek medical treatment immediately if they are bitten by their pet - as one dad was left with a rotting finger which turned "black and smelly" from a cat bite. Owning a pet is ...