Q

I have a new addition to our family: a 3 month old gray and black striped kitty named Snowball.  He loves to run and jump, especially on me and when my back is turned.  It is becoming increasingly painful.  How can I get him to stop?  I really would like to not be scratched on my back by this frisky kitty.

from Pam

A

Hi, Pam!  I too am the proud owner of a leaping kitty.  When he was a kitten, he would do exactly what you’re describing very regularly: he would leap onto my back and climb up on my shoulders (and head!) when my back was turned. 

The good news is that he has only jumped on my back once or twice in the last 6 years.  I have not run across this often but I will make some recommendations that may help. 

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