I got a kitten in August and i just got another one 3 days ago. HELP!?

Question

they dont get along as much as i hoped they would.

How can i make them play?

The 6 month old one always has a go at the 3 month old.


HELP!

Answer 1

Hi Ally...cats need time to become accustomed to one another therefore introductions should be done slowly.

Here's a fantastic website which explains on how to introduce cats to another so they will learn to enjoy one another's company: http://www.gomestic.com/Pets/How-to-Introduce-a-Second-Cat-Into-the-Home.22611

The prospect of introducing a second cat into the home when there is already a well established cat is not an easy task. The first cat will likely feel threatened and insecure, as its owner welcome a new cat into its territory.

The second cat will not be made welcome by the first cat:
Cats are notoriously territorial and will act in a bad tempered way when they first catch sight of the second cat. So do not be surprised when you bring the new cat into the home, to find your normally mild, friendly first cat turning into a bully. He may hiss, growl and do all in his power to let the new cat know that he is invading his personal territory, in much the same way dogs warn off other dogs that come too close to their home. There will not be a friendly welcome. The first cat will be protecting his territory and telling the second cat in no uncertain terms to leave.

Keep the two cats separate:
In order to lessen the trauma of the new cat as he settles into his new home environment, you will need to keep him apart from the first cat at first. This may not be easy, as the first cat is bound to be very curious about the new “intruder” and will try to seek out the new cat for a confrontation. An effective way to handle this situation is to keep the new cat apart from the first cat, preferably in the vicinity of the master bathroom and bedroom. Check up on the new cat periodically and see that he is not distressed. He may not be used to being shut away on his own. But hopefully, it will only be a temporary measure until the first cat gets used to the new cat. If the first cat likes to go outside for much of the day, you can use this to your advantage and let the second cat walk freely around the house until the first cat comes back home. Repeat this procedure for a few days.

Gradually introduce the cats:
Cats will not take to each other straightaway, but will need time to get used to one another. The new cat will undoubtedly feel threatened by the new cat in the home. On the other hand, the new cat may want to get to know the first cat, but may not be able to do so for a few days. When a few days have elapsed, gradually bring the two cats together. Watch them as they interact together in the same room and make sure that you can remove the new cat if the first cat tries to attack the second cat. It will not be long before they can both be in the same room together without hissing and growling at one another. The longer you have had the first cat, the harder it may be for him to accept the new cat in their home. Be patient, as it will not happen overnight.

Separate beds, toys and food bowls:
Try to keep each cat's bed, toys, and food bowls separate from one another. It will make it easier for each cat to still feel that they have their own sleeping quarters, toys that are familiar to them and food bowls that are not shared. Once the cats become accustomed to one another, it may be possible for them to share, or it may not, depending on the animals. But do not force this upon the cats right away. They need to gradually get to know each other. The first cat will need to overcome his initial feelings of resentment and insecurity before he can move on and accept more changes in his life. The smaller the changes, the easier it will be to make a smoother transition from one cat to two.

Treat the cats equally:
he first cat will hold a dearer spot in your heart because he has been with you longer, but that does not mean that you cannot still do your best to treat each cat equally. Reassure both cats that you care for both of them by praising them and stroking them. If one usually sits on your lap, try to encourage the other to also do so at some other time. Cats are jealous animals. If you doubt this, then watch the reaction of the one cat as you lavish attention on the other and you will see them staring at you and the other cat. They may even walk by and swat the cat sitting on your lap!

Introducing a second cat into the home is not an easy process. The first cat will not like it at first, but over time, he will begin to tolerate the second cat. They may even grow fond of one another and serve as good companions.

Answer 2

Three days is not very long for cats to become friends. You will need to give them more time, but it does depend upon how old the new kitten is. Make sure that if it is very small, you supervise their time together. If it is about 10 weeks or older, it will have a better time of "winning your cat over". Kittens are good at this, and will do funny little things, to get the first cat to like them, or to play with them. Give them little toys to play with, or just little wadded paper balls to scoot around on the floor. Be certain to have the first kitty spayed or neutered, or you may have more problems with aggression, marking, or just not tolerating the new kitty. If you need to give them their separate spaces, on occassion, such as one in a bathroom or other room, do this. You may find them playing "pawsies" underneath the door. Remember: two cats = 3 litter boxes.

Answer 3

I have two kittens, one of which we got after the other had already settled in to the house and claimed the territory. What we did was keep them seperated through a baby fence thing so they could get accustomed to each other, but not directly. After about 3 weeks, we took away the fence and they were used to each other. They fight, but playfully, and are the best of friends now.

Answer 4

I can guarantee from oh so much experience...they will work it out. Cats are Territorial by nature...they will both develop their own place....you just have to give it some time and patience and distribute love evenly. They will be fine. I can't even tell you how many times I've been through this. Good luck, but everything will be o.k. (not sure of much in life...this I know)!!!!!

Answer 5

Equal amount of time Must be doled out between them . Lots of mushy praise to the slightly older one , my older one is fed first, snacks first but then I demand proper behaviour due to age. What is the gender of them? Six months is around breeding time. Spay and or neuter. Do not leave alone together yet.

Answer 6

First of all, don't force them to play! They just met each other, and it will take some time for them to get acquainted. Don't force it! Just leave them alone, and let them do it gradually!

It takes awhile for people to become good friends, and it's the same with animals. Sometimes it takes a few months for them to play with each other. Just love both of them and let them take their own time. Hopefully, they will become friends like you want them to be! Keep them inside so nothing happens to them.

Two cats are always more fun than just one!

Answer 7

It's probably a "I'm in charge here" thing
I have several cats, and the oldest one doesn't like the new kittens at all.
She's hiss and claw at them if they even come near her.
She lays off a little when they get older though.

Answer 8

Your older kitten is probably just showing his dominance, dont worry too much becase they are close together in age they should become good friends - getting them desexed helps too as males get quite stroppy if they are not fixed. :)
Good luck!

Answer 9

they will take about 2 weeks to settle together if 6 month old not neutered get done it will help

Answer 10

first of all you must be patient...this isnt going to happen overnight it is going to take alot of time, patience and love....they will learn to love each other eventually you have to keep them separate unless you can give them 100% of your attention or someone will get hurt...take the time and give them time together (longer each time) and you will find you have to loving unseparable cats