How to introduce a kitten to my cat?
The way to do this is keep the cats in separate rooms for two days but close enough to smell each other. They will get used to each other thru smell first then take the kitten out and introduce it slowly to the other cat, the older one may hiss for a couple days but soon they will be sleeping and playing together. I've done it this way for years and I've never had any problems with it. Good luck and enjoy your new furry friend.
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.
Introduced kitten to my older cat....Cat is sick?
My cat Tabitha is 14 years old and female. I recently adopted a 2 month old kitten. She was hissing at him at first and keeping her distance, but it seemed she was getting used to him more and more each day. It's been two weeks with the new kitten and, as of yesterday morning, she has started throwing up. She doesn't have anything in her stomach, so she is vomiting stomach acid. She slept in my bed with us last night, and wasn't walking all over our heads while we sleep like she normally does. This morning I tried giving her something to eat, since she hadn't eaten yesterday, and she threw up almost immediately. it's not unusual for my cat to throw up. A lot of the time she vomits when she is nervous, sometimes during a thunderstorm or, like in this case, when there are other cats around. I know I need to take her to a vet to see if she is sick with something, but I am absolutely so upset...I feel like I've inflicted this upon her. I also want to add that I keep them separated while I am at work all day during the work week. Any advice from any cat lovers who have had a similar problem? Thanks in advance.
Introducing new kitten to 1 year old cat?
Introducing a cat to another cat is different from introducing a cat to a dog.It's important to NOT set the cat free into the household as soon as you get home. A new cat may need up to two weeks to transition into a new home, especially if there are other animals. Have a small room ready for a temporary isolation area. A spare bathroom works well, since the cat will feel more comfortable, at first, in a small space. Also, there's nowhere to hide in the bathroom and the cat will get frequent visits. In addition, the tile on the floor will make clean ups easier. An office or spare room can work, too. Have the isolated space ready with a clean litter box, a bed, water and toys before the kitty comes home. If possible, bring the bed and toys from its previous home for scents that are familiar. Don't provide food for at least an hour so kitty can become comfortable with the room. At home, open the cat carrier in the isolation room and let the cat venture out on its own when ready. It may take a little time. The cat will be less frightened if it hasn't been dragged out of the carrier. Give the cat a few minutes to explore the room, and then show it the kitty litter. Leave the room and give the cat time alone to become familiar with the new surroundings. Return after about an hour with food. The isolation period makes the transition easier and more gentle when you adopt a cat. The kitty isn't overwhelmed by a new environment, noises, smells and other animals. The isolation period also gives you time to check if the new cat is healthy. It's common for a cat to be frightened and not eat or drink the first couple of days in a new home. If this persists, however, the cat is the danger of dehydration and kidney failure and would need medical attention, so keep a close watch on its physical state.