My kitten sucks his tail

[rnsophie]

One of my two new kittens sucks his tail a lot. I tried offering him a bottle but he doesn't want it. Should I just not worry about it, or will he hurt his tail?

Sophie

 

[catpack]

I'd be concerned that he might suck his tail raw and/or cause a sore to form.

If you are ok with the suckling behavior, you can try offering him a substitute like a wool or micro-plush blanket.

 

[rnsophie]

That's a good idea. The bottle wasn't fluffy at all!

Sophie