Introducing year old male dog to new kitten?
I would go about this the same way you would introduce an adult cat to a young kitten (and I shouldn't think sex will matter). You need to introduce them slowly, get them used to each others smell. I would keep the kitten in, say, the bathroom for the first couple of days. This way the dog can get used to her smell and vice versa. Of course you should take her out to explore regularly, but you don't wanna put the dogs nose out of joint. After a few days of this (and assuming the kitten is not too small / fragile) I would start introducing them in a small room where you can see them at all times. Let them get used to being in the same room as each other, and smelling each other etc. I would still keep the kitten in the bathroom for the time being when you are not around. All you can do after this is just gradually increase the amount of time they spend together, and as scary as it is there will be a time where they will play happily without you having to worry. It could take weeks, it could take months, but you will certainly need to be patient!
How long should i wait to introduce male cat to newborn kittens?
sorry to keep adding, but my mom cat was checking out my hall closet before she had kittens so i moved her in my bedroom so i could keep her away from the other cats. ive let her out of the room a few times after the kittens and shes still going in the hall closet. when i just went in to check on her she had a kitten in her mouth trying to run out the door when i opened it. im thinking she wants to relocate to the closet.. but i wont beable to keep the males away from her. what should i do about this ? should i keep her locked up ? thanks for all your help! im just nervous i dont want anything to go wrong with these kittens.
How do I introduce a 3 months old kitten (male) with a 2 months old kitten (new, & female)?
It may be easier than you fear. Cats of opposite genders tend—keeping in mind that every cat is a distinct individual—to get along together better than two males or two females in the same home. Best part: kittens love to play more than they enjoy anything else, and they will probably work hard at getting into mischief with each other. They are still young enough that they should bond as if they were litter mates. Just give them time. Be prepared for curtain-climbing, generally house-destructive behavior, and kitten-proof your home for their safety—get window blind cords tied up high, possibly buy some electric-outlet covers (designed for babies, but useful with kittens, too), keep them away from open doors, windows, and hot surfaces in the kitchen, and put your houseplants high up or outdoors where they can’t get at them. Check to make sure you don’t have any feline-lethal plants while you’re at it. Lists of these are all over the internet.If for some reason they don’t get used to one another in the first few days, be sure to play with them, together, frequently. A fishing-pole-type toy with a feather or other lightweight dangle is virtually irresistible to any cat, and kittens will love stalking it as you drag the feather along the floor (you’ll develop your own quick-slow enticing moves with it). They’ll be so intent upon catching the “prey” that they will almost certainly begin to accept one another. Cats can be jealous (boy, can they ever), so if you shower one with attention, be sure to give as much affection to the other. Doesn’t have to mathematically exact. You’ll know.And please have them spayed and neutered. I have a feeling that you know this already, but just in case… there are so very many kittens and never enough caring, conscientious adopters. Plus—do you really want to end up with 5 or 6 cats? I should know.[I love and treasure every one of the 5 I have, most of which are rescues from the street and from friends who could no longer care for them. But they are demanding! I won’t adopt any more kittens, as I don’t want to leave any behind when I jettison the planet, so I envy you something fierce!]
How to introduce a new kitten to my 5 year old cat ?
Hello ,I really need help on this : Ok, here's the thing; I have a spoiled baby like 5 year old male cat he's neutered and he's a Ragdoll. I am planning on adopting a 2 months old male kitten and I was hopping that he will bring colors back to my boy since I've noticed how bored he's getting lately. Also he has been leaning all day long listening to the birds and outdoor cats, I never let him out side because the cats are all infected and they're aggressive. I have noticed that he likes other animals but he is super shy, when the birds flutter he thinks they're mad or something so he runs away, one time I introduced him to my friend's kitten he came running to her because he wanted to play, she hissed and he hid under the couch until he made sure she wasn't near him. I know that he wants a friend and I'm adopting this kitty because I need to save her since the second option was in the hands of neglectful kids, and I know that because I know them since we are relatives. I know that he won't get along with the kitten right away, I'm willing to wait months. But I need help on how to introduce them and what to do with them ? I really don't want my baby to think that I replaced him, because he is really my whole life and reason of my happiness.
Help On Introducing A Kitten To A Cairn Terrier?
It's best to get a male kitten. i got 2 kittens, one male one female, and a 2 year old jack Russell. the JR got very lonely after out old cat died so we got her new buddies, the kittens. our dog got along with the male cat but not the female. she felt threatened by the female kitten, which was cute because it was the size of her head. for to introduce them it's best for you to hold the kitten and let your dog smell it. let ur dog sniff it's butt and stuff. if it licks it then set it down, if it doesn't then hold it a little longer. male kittens will most likely be more energetic and playful if u don't get him fixed
Bringing a male kitten into a house with a male cat??
I recently introduced a male kitten (~3 months old) into my home with an existing male cat (~ 2 yrs old) who is neutered. I agree that it depends on the cat's personality. At first my older cat wasn't thrilled, he hissed and kept his distance, but after about a week they were the best of buds. It takes patience and gradual introductions. I also have a much older female cat (~11/12 yrs old). She did alot better than I had ever expected with the introduction of both of them. She tolerates them, but will never be thrilled with them LOL. I think she's happy that they play together and basically leave her alone. :o) Good luck :o)
I'm introducing a 6 week old male kitten to an established year old female kitten. Suggestions?
It's true kittens should stay with their mommy for a minimum of 8 weeks, preferably 10-12 weeks. However, you can purchase kitten formula to feed the kitten. Perhaps when your resident cat accepts the new kitten, she will teach the kitten 'kitty etiquette' and how to be a cat. Next thing you know, they will be bestfriends, a bonded pair that will care for eachother. http://www.google.ca/search?q=introducin... Tinkerbell, my 1 year old neutered cat took on the role of big brother after he was done with his hissy-fit phase when my daughter brought home a 3.5 week old emaciated/abandoned kitten. First we needed to nurse the kitten back to health, have him dewormed/vaccinated etc. before they could interact with eachother. However, prior to the official introduction he knew there was a kitten on the other side of the door. He was allowed to see/smell the kitten through a cat carrier and we did the switcheroo as well. Everytime Tinkerbell hissed at the kitten, we comforted and reassured him through hugs, kisses and sweet talk that the new kitten wasn't a threat and eventually, he accepted the kitten. We had to watch their interactions since Diablo was the size of a hamster at the time he was found so we were concerned Tinkerbell might accidently injure/kill Diablo. Anyways, this was the desired result we were looking for... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQ79SXvQ4...