How do you keep kittens from chewing cords?

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We have 3 9 week old kittens. Recently we've had a problem with them trying to choose cords which is especially an issue with it being xmas season having more cords around than usual. What can we do to stop this behavior? Something we could put on cords that would deter them would be great since there are two cords they can get to in the room we keep them. 
 

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You're absolutely right to be concerned about cords. You'll need to cover the cords with whatever works - a blanket or empty paper towel rolls. Christmas cords and kittens do not mix. Otherwise, keep them out of that room until your holiday decorations are put away. There is no way to stop kittens of this age. They are curious and exploring and want to play, which is normal for kittens.
 

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You can go to any hardware store and get tubing to slip over wires. And toys that are more interesting than the cord.
 

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Absolutely! And you can't train kittens. So it's not a matter of they have to stop, it's s matter of you have the responsibity to kitten-proof - Christmas or not. We all do this.
 
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Yeah, I've never had kittens before which is why I was asking in the first place. I have no idea when they can start being trained. I've always taken in adult cats, but I took in a stray that turned out to be pregnant. I'm simply asking for suggestions for what to put over wires because I literally have no idea as it's not a probably I've had before. I also only mentioned xmas because normally the wires we have can simply be placed out of reach with the exception of one in their room which is too thick for them to do much too which is why it hasn't been an issue until now. 

I'll definitely try out the tubing for the wires we can't move.
 

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Other things to watch out for are small spaces they can get stuck in.  Block those off.  Also beware of recliners and rocking chairs.

Many plants can make cats sick if chewed on.  The ASPCA has a list of good and bad plants for cats, but you may be better off just googling them.  Poinsettias and lilies are toxic.  Keep the kittens away from these.

If you have a live tree, some Christmas trees are toxic, or the preservative used on the branches.  The water can make the cats sick.
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I have had a lot of cats before (had them my entire life), just never young kittens (always preferred adopting at least 1 year old cats since they're normally much calmer) so tight spaces & plants have already been taken care of before we even brought in Momma Kitty because my cat will get herself stuck & eat things she shouldn't even though she's 7 years old. We're currently only allowing the kittens in the parts of the house where there's not much furniture so there's no where they can get stuck or hurt. It's just wires are the issue since dealt with anything that might not have been an issue for my cat but would be a thing for them as soon as they could walk. 
 

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Sounds like you are on top of things.  I didn't want to assume and then regret not saying anything.
 

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Try Chewsafe. It's a product made specifically to keep cats from chewing cords. You can buy it on the Internet - it comes in 10, 20, and 30 foot lengths. It's made of a clear plastic that you can cut to the length you need. It is slit all along the side so you can fit it around the cord.
 
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