Just like us, cats have their own unique personality. It’s important to introduce them slowly to a new household to avoid any unwanted drama. As in the wild, new cats are not welcomed and are often chased away. They can gain acceptance through gradually moving closer to the pack in a non-threatening manner.
Tips for introducing a new cat:
1. Don’t let them meet at first
2. Confine the new cat to a room to get to know the smells of the house
3. Rotate the rooms so each cat gets to learn of the new cat
4. Allow them to then listen to each other through a door
5. After a week, slowly introduce them for small periods of time
Any unwanted behavior such as hissing or growling means you start all over again until they finally approve of each other. They may not even be the best of friends, but they may be able to tolerate each other.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
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