my cat is a 3 1/2 year old cat..he doesnt get along with cats very well. But he is moving into a new home . Should i put the cats in the new home together or just i just wait awhile till my older cats gets used to the new home
2007-10-11 07:05:36 · 6 answers · asked by Ashley 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
I would get it before you move or give it time. You don't want the older cat to associate the new house with the cat. Cats can be territorial and you don't want the oder one pissing all over because he associates the house with the new cat.
2007-10-11 07:10:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi, Is your cat neutered? Is the new cat male or female? They should be introduced before the move. If you sit with new cat on lap and speak softly older cat will relize there is a new family member. Has new cat been tested for leukima and feline aids? Both highly contagious. Expect the new one to be scared and the male a bully. It's natural. Usually takes a couple weeks to become friends for them. Health is the main issue here. No fleas, worms, etc. 5 minutes of playtime with both everyday is helping to socialize. A soft robe belt with you getting them to catch it is what I do . Also feed at same time together but seperate dishes. I have 7 cats and do cat rescue with several groups . Hope this helps If you move before the new cat arrives, the older cat will know he is the Alfa. Expect hissing, growling. etc. It's natural in the cat family
2007-10-11 07:26:26 · answer #2 · answered by bobbie.blanchard 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Moving is a huge deal for a cat. Please see this info: http://www.catsplay.com/thedailycat/2003-05-26/mind_psyche/moving/moving.html.
I am thinking getting the new cat right away would be best since no territory will be claimed at the time. Make sure you still go through the introduction process with them. Here is some info on that: http://cats.about.com/cs/catmanagement101/a/introducecats.htm
Either way, both experiences will be stressful for your cat. Just be patient and show your kitty lots of love and attention. Make sure to associate the new house and the new kitty with positive things.
2007-10-11 07:14:55 · answer #3 · answered by Angela 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Either get one at your old house and let them adjust there. It takes around 3-6 weeks. Or wait until your cat adjust to the new house then you can get a new one.
2007-10-11 07:41:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-22 01:23:11 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should never put two cats together that aren't familiar with each other. See below....
2007-10-11 08:37:04 · answer #6 · answered by kaz716 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋