Why is your kitten suckling themselves?

Answer 1

Yes, it is not uncommon for a kitten/cat to suckle the nipple area of another cat wether it be male or female especially before taking a nap. Kittens have been known to suckle on a trusted persons ear lobe or chin as a sign of nurturing and affection.

Answer 2

Because kittens just have an instinct to suckle, if a kitten lacks milk it will suckle basicaly anyhing, even your arm.

Answer 3

It is just a habit from kittenhood, some cats never lose it.

Answer 4

Either the kitten is very hungry and needs its mother very badly, or you are mistaken about the gender of your cat.

Answer 5

Because they are young and get confuesd.So they think the male cat is the mommy cat.Sometimes

Answer 6

For the same reason it suckles at its mothers.

It is instinct, it may be hungry, or it is comforting to it.

Answer 7

Maybe it wants to play.