Alright, my friend's cat (just became a cat in August, but is not 1 yet) has a TERRIBLE biting problem. Any help?

Alright, my friend's cat (just became a cat in August, but is not 1 yet) has a TERRIBLE biting problem. Any help?
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He just became a cat in August? What was he before? and how could he have become one in August if he isn’t one yet? By the way, cat’s have a mind of their own.
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