OKay, so i got this cat from my boyfriends sister and its back legs don't really work well and its sort of retarded. The thing is it was really sweet when I first met him, now (i got him today) he's just sitting under my bed hissing at me and not moving. Its really pissing me off that the cat won't just move or eat or something. I'm leaving it alone in the room and sleeping on my couch tonight because it freaks me out. Does anyone know how long it takes for cats to get accustomed to a new environment? cuz i'd like to get in my bed without fear of my eyes getting scratched out.
2007-09-29 16:30:47 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
LOL my best friend's cat is cross-eyed and it has no tail because a car ran over it.....He's kind of a hillbilly, and his mom plays PS2.
2007-09-29 16:34:18 · answer #1 · answered by James the Just 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have the box you brought it to your house in or a soft towel or blanket you might want to but it next to or under the bed and also provide the cat with some food where it is.
It can take a few weeks for some cats to adjust to that kind of change. (like 2 weeks).
If you leave it alone then come in see if you can get it interested in a cat toy. Even if it's hissing and being evil about it the exercise will help.
I'd keep give it a small room with all it needs for the first couple of days if you can. Cats need a place to hide and feel secure.
2007-09-29 16:35:32 · answer #2 · answered by jct101 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Give it a pat of butter to eat/lick. They like that and it tells them this is their home. Now, as for how long does it take a cat to get accustomed to a new environment? It depends on the personality of the cat. Your statement about the back legs not working well could be an indication of either an injury or a disease. Have it check by a vet.
2007-09-29 16:37:04 · answer #3 · answered by Gaines J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The cat is scared. It has been taken out of its home and placed in a strange scary place that smells and looks weird. The cat has found as safe a place as it can find - under your bed.
It's going to take some time for the cat to acclimate to its new home, especially if you have other pets.
Be gentle and talk to it and give it time to feel safe again. It may take a couple of days for it to come out from under the bed and it will probably do that when the house is dark and quiet. Leave food and water and the litter box where it can get to them and feel safe eating and using the litter box. After a few days it will come out more often. It may take several weeks or a couple of months for it to feel totally at home, especially if you have an active household or other pets.
It's not going to attack you in your bed.
2007-09-29 16:38:28 · answer #4 · answered by Dan H 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The cat won't scratch your eyes out, so sleep in your bed. He's afraid of you, but if he comes to investigate you don't get startled, while your sleeping he may be more confident to check you out, you'll be less of a danger to him, from his perspective. Cats take a while to adapt to new homes, so give him some time, a week to 2 would not be unusual. When I moved to a new home, I had all my furnishings there before I brought my cat, she hide under the couch for a week, and she already knew us!
Be patient and good luck
2007-09-29 16:43:08 · answer #5 · answered by gsdmix 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The cat is just getting used to his surroundings and right now he's comfortable under the bed. He's scared and you should try to make him feel at home. What did you think getting a new cat was like? Did you think he would cuddle up around you or something, you should really take all these things into consideration when getting a pet.
2007-09-29 16:41:17 · answer #6 · answered by Panada 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just give it some time. And you can sleep in your bed because the cat will not attack you, if you just leave it alone. Do not try to play with it or anything like that. Just get in your bed and let the cat get used to being in the same room with you.
2007-09-29 16:35:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Think about it this way.... if someone took you out of your world and plopped you into another world and then ignored you, how quickly would you come around to liking your new world?
Please, give this kitty every reason to trust and like you. It can be scary to have a kit hiss at you, but he is just scared. DO nice things for the kitty. Bring him food. Give him a little stuffed animal to cuddle with. Better yet, be brave and hold him for a bit. They actually feel safer if you hold them tight. If he fights a lot to get away, then hold him for about 30-60 seconds and then put him down gently. This way, he will learn that it is safe to be picked up and held.
Please, do try to understand how he is feeling and show some compassion to him again. : )
2007-09-29 16:55:38 · answer #8 · answered by still me! 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Let it get comfortable in the new environment and take it to a doctor for its legs and third it might be hissing at you because it might not know you so i would maybe buy it a toy or give it a few treats to show the cat your his friend not the enemy. Hope it helps!
2007-09-29 16:36:32 · answer #9 · answered by OMG I Haz ReCoN 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the cat is in pain?..Are the back legs hurting him:?
I would have the cat checked by a vet just in case. It does normaly take a cat abit to get accustomed to a new place..but..your cat sounds like something is realy wrong.
2007-09-29 16:34:24 · answer #10 · answered by sticky J 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think he's scared and not used to the environemnt.He'll probably come out when no one is in the room but go back under the bed when someone comes in the room.When my cat does that i try bribing him out with cat treats.Usually it would take them 3-7days to adjust to a new environment.
2007-09-29 17:32:22 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋