Why does my cat bring me dead animals? Are they teaching me?

Cats are natural hunters and even though they captive cats are not hungry they will still have the urge to hunt small prays. while rarely eating them, many cats will still be very possessive of their pray.

They are leaving you presents! They are gifts, and it's showing you affection. They are grateful for the food. I wouldn't stop feeding them, and since Feather is kept indoors, this won't be a problem for her.

Let her take the kitten with her. She wants the kitten to come with her so she can teach it how to hunt, what to eat and what not, teach her what and who is dangerous, etc. This is important for the kitten. She will teach it to become a good cat able to take care of itself.

Hello and thank your for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I do not think that there is anything to worry about. It does sound to be a coincident that she keeps bringing that particular kitten to you. As long as Jade is looking after all her kittens and they are feeding well, passing normal stools and urine and the energy level is normal, you just need to monitor the mum and kittens.

Obviousl she is a very good mama. He will actually only eat as much as he wants. Mama cannot make him eat. She is apparently still trying to teach him how to hunt and he just may be a little bit slow to learn. Just remove the dead prey as you find it. eventually she will stop.

It's possible Pickles IS trying to take you somewhere with her! It's also possible she has learned this will get your attention. Cats can be so quirky! I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

She is playing. Usually kittens play hunt like that with their siblings or other cats, but since there are no other cats she picks the next best moving thing....you.. Get a fishing toy (stick with a string and a feather on it) or tie a crumpled up piece of paper on a string and play with her. Set aside at least 30 minutes/day for wild playing with your kitty. I am sure this will reduce the the pounce attacks, if not stop them completely. It is all about growing up and learning to be a predator. This has to be practiced (it is an instinct, not a bad habit) and you can support that. So instead of turning yourself into the prey, let the paper or feather serve as prey.