Yelled at my kitten and now I feel like an asshole

New to Cats/Just Adopted

Today I was relaxing on the couch watching TV when my kitten decided to climb all over me. Normally I don’t mind at all but today she was particularly fidgety. She climbed my chest like it was a jungle gym and her claws dug into my skin which ended up really hurting. I let out a loud scream from the pain, and she immediately jumped off which made me feel awful. I know she didn’t mean to hurt me but I couldn’t help but yell. I gave her some treats afterwards but now I feel like she’s acting a bit distant Usually when I’m in my room she’ll come sleep on the bed with me but not tonight. I played with her petted her and even heard her purring but I still feel terrible about yelling at her. Should I just give her some space and wait for her to come to me, instead of trying to force it? I feel like such an asshole. I hope she doesn’t think I’m mad at her because I’m not

Posted Jul 24, 2025, 2:38 AM UTC

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