I have a 2yr old cat and i bought another cat i want to know how to get them to like each other if possible?

Answer 1

The above answers are great, especially the ones about separate rooms. One CRUCIAL piece of the puzzle is feeding. While you have the new cat separated, feed both cats at the same time, on opposite sides of the door, so they can hear each other and get used to each others scent while feeding. Feeding time is contentment time, and a time that all cats look forward to.

Whatever you do, don't just leave both cats unattended in a room to "work things out" on their own. Having had numerous cats, this incorrect method never works, and always makes matters worse.

Once the new cat has been acclimated, make sure you have perches of differing heights for the cats to rest on. Establishing heirarchy is necessary, instinctive behavior. Don't feel bad for the cat who is "lower on the totem pole," even if it is your favorite kitty. Heirarchy can also be applied to feeding, such as letting the dominant cat eat first, thus avoiding further conflicts.
GOOD LUCK!

Answer 2

Well, cats are very territorial, so you want to do this over a few days for the cat you've already had for awhile. Put the new cat in a room by himself. That little space under the door is how they're going to get used to each other. They will be able to get each other's scents and actually touch each other this way (they'll probably play footsies). In doing it this way, you won't have to worry about them getting into a fight. Then when you have time, put the new cat in a cat carrier and sit it in a room where your other cat can go up to it on his own. This way they'll really be able to check each other out. They can even touch noses, which they probably will. This will keep the new cat safe from the other cat, should he want to attack. Do all of this for a few days until you see how they react to each other. When you think they're ready, put them together, but only when you are able to be there with them! And make sure the new cat has been checked out by your vet and has had all his shots before he has any contact with the other cat. Good luck!

Answer 3

I always put a little butter (I use the Brummel & Brown butter) behind the ears of both cats. They each associate the good taste with the "new" cat. I also let them "discover" each other. A little fresh catnip helps, too. I stay nearby to monitor any problems and intervene if needed. Be sure to spend some alone time with your original cat to avoid jealousy.

I've found that my cats generally get along, snuggle and play together. It's not instant, but it develops over time.

I have one cat now that I need to find a home for. She isn't getting along with any of the other cats or the children. She needs to be an "only" cat. It's just her disposition, so be observant should this happen.

Answer 4

I was in the same situation, and now my cats get along great! Make sure that the new cat has some toys of his own. I watched where the new cat liked to sleep and put a new bed there, that didn't smell like the old cat. I got a new litter box. Overtime, they have each developed their own space and their own toys.

Now they play and sleep together all the time. The old cat didn't feel like her territory was being intruded, and the new cat felt like he still had his own space.

Answer 5

The younger they are the better, it takes time for that to happen you can't force them or you will make matters worse. They may never be best friends like you want them to be. Cats are unique creatures and they notice that you may show favoritism of one or the other and it is hard to pet too at the same time. Just let them do it on their own and after a while they will tolerate each other and if you are lucky they will be nice to one another.

Answer 6

Your MD could have finished a pores and skin scraping for fungus to envision if it incredibly is ringworm. Antibiotic won't help that , in basic terms an anti fungal can sparkling it up. Cat scratch fever reasons swelling of the lymph nodes, not an allergic variety reaction that's what your daughter seems to have. The ear may be slightly contaminated and that's what the antibiotic is for to boot through fact the better white count variety.

Answer 7

my mom has a 10 year old siamese. When my daughter moved in with her almost two years ago she brought with her a year old black and white cat. The cats did not get along in the beginning but with time- a couple of days they became best friends. Like friends they do have their fights but they seem to make up.

Answer 8

put the new one in a separate room and let the original kitty smell the new one under the door do that for a day or two sometimes it takes three and then switch places for 1 day so that the new kitty can wander around the new home without feeling threatened and the other kitty can get familiar with the new kitties smell then let original kitty out and watch them dint try to involve yourself unless they fight......cats behave differently when their human ignores them at first encounter.....I wish you luck oh and make sure original kitty has a safe zone too....

Answer 9

First, Make sure the new cat has its shots so it doesnt infect hte other cat. If they are keep them seperate until they are vaccinated. After that let them roam together. They will establish which one is dominant. IF it does get overly violent you may need to get rid of one if they arent declawed.

Answer 10

Hi there!
If a cat doesn't let another cat into its territory, its best to rub the 'outsider cat' with the 'insider cat's' litter, this makes the 'insider cat' think that the 'outsider cat' is one of his/her's own.
Hope this helps!