how can i get my 2 yr old cat to get along with my new kitten.?

Question

i brought her home last night and my cat was very upset with me and everyone in the house. she snap at me and look like she was ready to attack.she started to hide under my bed. this morning she was herself again but i had to keep the kitten in my daughters bedroom. please help

Answer 1

That is the best thing you can do. Gradual introduction is the safest way. Keep the kitten shut in for at least a week, with a comfy sleep spot, in her own room and with her own litterbox. The "owner" of the territory will know an intruder is in her territory, and smell under the door, and get used to the kitten smell, and the noises, and they will eventually "talk" to each other, your big kitty will smell the kitten on your clothing and skin, and gradually come first to tolerate the "bratty intruder kitten", and if allowed to get to know each other with adult supervision, ( the kitten might be smacked up alittle, but this is to be expected and allowed to a certain extent), and then ignore it, and then, if allowed to get used to each other on cat terms, not human terms, they will most likely become friends. Be sure that they are both spayed or neutered, as they will be much better friends and pets. Good look.

Answer 2

It is not uncommon for older cats to find the addition of a new cat or kitten to the household to be disruptive. Although cats do live in social groups, they form attachments to certain individuals and may not accept others. A good first step is to limit interactions so that both the older cats and the kitten have time alone. The introduction using food treats can be helpful. It would also help to be sure that the kitten does not become too exuberant and playful when the older cats want to be left alone. Spending time with the kitten to make sure her play and exercise needs are met is necessary. Finally, make sure that there are plenty of resources such as food bowls, water bowls, resting places and litter boxes in multiple locations around the home.

Answer 3

I just got a kitten also, and already had 2 grown up cats, brother and sister who are 10 years old. I just let the kitten run around, the other cats weren't happy at all at first but its been 3 weeks now and they both tolerate here.
Problem is I wanted to stop the bigger cats from hissing and hitting her at first, but apparently I was told to leave them to their own devices as its just a way of sorting out whos top cat, so to speak. Gotta say they seem to be ok now.
Hope they get on soon.

Answer 4

don't worry my two cats are two years apart,at first the older one was a little snappy,and hid.she thinks she is being replaced,just give her a little time,and she will be OK,she may be a little snippy with the kitten,don't get made at her shes just playing alpha cat,showing the little one i was here first,I'm the boss.
now my two cats are the best of friends,give each other baths,eat together,and snuggle together to sleep,so tight you cant tell where one begins and the other ends.

Answer 5

It will take time. I have 7 cats and have been through this. Some of them still don't get along for some reason- I wish they could tell me!

Just make sure to them each individual attention. (they are, in many ways, just like children)

Answer 6

OH BOY-- THERE ARE A LOT OF IF, ANDS AND BUTS. THE MOST DANGEROUS IS IF YOUR CAT IS A MALE, IT MAY KILL THE KITTEN.
YOU WILL STAND A MUCH BETTER CHANCE OF PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE IT BOTH CATS ARE FIXED.
OFTEN THE BEST YOU CAN HOPE FOR IS THAT THEY TOLERATE EACH OTHER AS CATS ARE VERY MUCH LONERS.
IF NOT DONE RIGHT THIS COULD LEAD TO POTTY PROBLEMS AND AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR.
GO TO THE LIBRARY READ UP ON THE SUBJECT!
UNTIL THEN, KEEP THEM SEPARATED.

Answer 7

Well let them play together outside and take them places together