Cats Play Fighting With Humans. Cats are nocturnal and don't care if that jingling bell is disrupting your sleep as long as it's fun for them. Kittens have an instinctive need to play fight for many reasons.
There are a few general guidelines to help you when trying to evaluate whether your cats are playing or fighting: They can afford to get distracted because there is no real risk. When cats play, they often stop mid fight to have a lick or look at something else for a second.
Even the silent yarn in the corner will fall victim to their curiosity.
If you pay attention, you’ll notice that your cat loves to poke, bat, and toss around small objects. Cats playing or fighting with humans the same types of behavior cues for two cats or kittens fighting or playing can also be used when it's a human and a cat in the equation. However, if you notice one cat biting the other in order to cause harm, then your cats are probably fighting instead of playing. I fostered a long time and have taught a few cats not to bite using a mild aversion therapy.