How To Introduce Cats the Right Way

Once the territory is defined, you need to prepare the space properly. Keep bowls for water and food. Put a clean little box as well. A cat never shares its things at first. This may end up in territorial issues. You can also put soft items in that place. Soft towels, blankets, carpeted scratching posts, etc will be perfect. These things absorb the fragrance of the new cat. Therefore, it helps them to get habituated to your home. Gradually, it starts filling the home like its own.

If you set a feeding schedule, it will help in the bonding of two cats. Food is something that brings positivity to your current cat. Therefore, it associates the new cat member. You need to begin feeding the new cat at a scheduled time. Remove the bowl when the cat finished eating. Therefore, the cat will be trained to expect treats only at a certain time. Now you can introduce the new one with another feline. This is quite important. This way, you can feed two cats together.

Eating together makes a strong bond in cats just like humans. Letting the cats feed together while keeping them apart physically is a good technique to introduce them to each other. To reduce stress, feed two cats in two separate rooms. This way, every cat can sense the presence of the other while eating. As a result, they start enjoying their mealtime together. Also, they will be less aggressive with each other.

You shouldn't introduce the new cat to the other immediately. Keep the new cat in a secure place at first. Make sure the door is closed. The other cat may sense the presence of a new cat eventually. It will become curious. Now it wants to approach the other to investigate. Don't allow them to meet. Let them sniff around at first. This way, they get habituated to each other’s scent. After a few days, allow them to Breach the territory of each other alone.

Now, you should allow the cats to meet with each other. But you should do it very carefully. You have to avoid any unpleasant situation. Feed the cats with a baby gate or a pet between them. This way, the cats can see each other. But, they will not be able to fight. Don't have a gate? You can crack the door a bit. While feeding them, open it slowly. If one cat acts aggressively, close the gate. Try again another time.

Cats have their unique personalities. Do you already have a feline at your home? Do you think of bringing another one? Before doing that, you must understand your cat’s temper. Cats behave nicely with others of the same age. However, the problem is with older cats. They lack both energy and patience. That is why they can't even tolerate a playful young cat. Sometimes, old cats can be quite jealous. They might not want to share their humans with others.

As I have mentioned earlier, a cat is quite serious about its territory. Cats only feel most comfortable in familiar space. You need to choose a completely different spot for your new cat. The place should not be frequented by the current Kitty. A closed room should be perfect for a new cat. Such as a walk-in closet or an extra bathroom. The spot should also be separated from the place where the current Kitty visits. You need to allow two cats to get used to each other gradually.

Some cats can put up with each other. But, they hardly want them as companions. You can try to make their bonds by encouraging them to play together. Attention-grabbing toys and soft toys can interest them. Many cats love to play with a Bouncy Ball. They also love drinks and anything that moves. Always remember, you need to play with your cats every day. Arrange fun activities for them. Thus, they get associated with each other. If you are lucky enough, you can notice them playing together on their own.

Are you sure that your cats will not fight when they are alone? If not, you should never leave felines unattended or alone. If you are not home and they fight aggressively, things can be complicated. They can never make a bond. If you need to go out, ask a trusted friend, family member, or pet sitter to watch the cats.

If you are lucky, your little furballs get along with each other. Unfortunately, if not, you need some emergency tactics to manage the situation. Is your cat frightened? Does it feel threatened? If yes, take a thick blanket to pick up the cat. Otherwise, the cat can lash out and scratch you. Block the access tightly. Don't let the cat go behind shelves or under the bed. This way, you can prevent your little companion from getting trapped.