2006-11-04 10:04:56 · 24 answers · asked by sawjay 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Welcoming a cat into a household that already has a cat can be tricky. Cats can be highly territorial and are not always willing to accept change. For these reasons, it is important to take things slowly.
Start by putting the newcomer in a room by herself for a week. This allows the new pet to get used to her new surroundings a little at a time. It also helps the resident feline to gradually accept her presence. The room should be comfortable (litter, food, toys, a bed). Be sure to spend time with the cat every day and ascertain that she is adjusting well.
After four days, put your first cat in the newcomer's room, and allow the new pet to explore other areas of the home. Exploring each other's territories lets them do research on each other before their first meeting. This should last for about a half an hour. Do this again for the next two days.
Most cats will be more than ready to meet after this separation. However, there are exceptions. If, at the end of the week, the cats are still sitting by the closed door and growling and hissing frequently, a few more days may be needed. Use your instinct. If you believe the cats are not ready, they probably aren't.
Assuming all looks good, open the door. Don't force a meeting; allow the cats to come and go as they please. It may help matters to offer both felines a special cat treat immediately. How can they not get along when each brings the other delicious treats?
Hissing, swatting, even a little growling are normal and should not be cause for much concern. Let the cats work things out themselves. But be prepared to intervene if there is a fight. Lunging, crying, and flying fur are not good signs!
At this point, use your best judgment on whether to continue to separate the cats. Ordinarily, it is a good idea to do so when you are away or cannot watch the cats closely. It is not unheard of for cats to be seen curled up with each other within minutes of meeting, though. If this happens to you, give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done!
I Hope my information helps you.
2006-11-04 10:15:14 · answer #1 · answered by Nikki M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is . So dont worry , they get scared of a new place ,that they never seen before and they will hid . But most of them , let the kitten run around everywhere and let the kitten get used to everything . They will warm up soon and they'll know that that is thier new home. Remember to give the kitten lots of love and care . Most of all get him or her fixed , and all the kitten shots . And the kitten will be a happy and heathly kitten . But most of all the kitten will warm up and love you. They are a joy to have.
2006-11-04 16:36:28 · answer #2 · answered by kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's very normal. When I first brought my kitten home it didn't want to do anything but hide under furniture and things for a couple days. You just have to give it time to get used to the new surroundings. It will come through.
2006-11-04 10:14:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. Dont go look for the kitten and when it first starts venturing out pretend you did not see it. Wait till it comes to you. If you have other animals (not big scary dogs) pet the other animals where the kitten can see that you are not dangerous but dont try coax it till it is ready to come out completly and greet you. Put food and water close to the hiding place.
2006-11-04 10:16:01 · answer #4 · answered by Angie C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some cats are shyer than others...they may break the habit later and they may not. I have a cat, Autumn, who will hide if anyone other than me comes in the house...she is weird that way...I raised her from a baby but for some reason she is a lot more sensitve than the other 3. Your cat will come out eventually and bond with you..cause they have to eat right? Do not worry it will be ok.
2006-11-04 10:45:11 · answer #5 · answered by tigerlily_catmom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i've got heard that pheromones can calm cats bunches, yet i've got not had to purpose them. it would be nicely worth a shot to purpose putting the kittens and cat at the same time on an analogous time as the pheromones are doing their interest. Conditioning and desensitization might kick in and help the situation.
2016-10-15 09:26:00 · answer #6 · answered by oreskovich 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
2006-11-04 10:34:16 · answer #7 · answered by www.freewebs.com/belles-lettres 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes of course, the kitten is frightened, afraid of the new enviroment. Just give her a few days to warm up.
2006-11-04 10:09:26 · answer #8 · answered by Judgerz 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yeah, it's perfectly normal. don't worry about it. usually they'll hide somewhere (my kitten first hid under the treadmill) the eventually start exploring the house and then they'll come to you for attention.
2006-11-04 11:22:29 · answer #9 · answered by mcr-fan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Completely normal! It's a new environment and new smells they aren't used to. Just give her time and be patient, she'll come around. Don't try to force her, it could only make her more reluctant and timid. Leaving clothes on the floor near her that you have worn will help because they will have your smell on them stronger giving her more to get used to.
2006-11-04 10:09:15 · answer #10 · answered by MasLoozinIt76 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋