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How do you introduce a five month old kitten to a family of older cats?
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Very slowly and at short intervals.
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∙ 8y agoI would wait till it is 6 months.
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Im getting a new kitten soon and im wondering how to introduce it to my older cat and hes an outdoor cat and will it work out?
This is always uncertain. I have an older cat and then got a kitten, the older cat really doesn't like the younger one but they live together. There is some expert help all over the web on how to do this, but if not go to your local vet and they can suggest something.
How do you get an 8 year old cat who has never interacted with other cats to accept your new 3 month old kitten?
I myself, being the owner of many cats, can tell you this. Your cat may or may not accept your new kitten. The only thing you can do is just introduce them slowly, don't force anything onto your older cat that it doesn't want. The older cat will at first hiss, cuff, or growl at your new kitten, but in time he'll learn to tolerate the newcomer. He just needs to learn that the kitten isn't there to take his place, make sure you're still giving your older cat the attention that he wants and show him that even though you have another cat, you still love him just as much.
Is mogee cat or kitten in Scottish?
An older cat.
Why does my older cat scratch the kitten?
Cats are not pack animals, they only tolerate each other in our homes because we feed them. You older cat sees the kitten as invading it territory.
How do know if a kitten will be a fluffy cat?
You can't tell if they will be fluffy or not. As the kitten gets older it will get easier to tell if the kitten is longhaired or shorthaired, but in very young kittens it is very difficult to tell.
What is the best way to introduce a new puppy to older house cat?
The best way to introduce a new puppy to an older house cat is to hold the cat while the puppy checks it out.
Why does your kitten not have a voice?
if it is still a newborn then it's normal. some little kittens don't have a voice at first. But if it is older like in the 5 month stage or 3 month stage then get it to a vet it could have a rare sickness that causes them to not be able to speak at all! i hope this was useful info.
What do cats and kittens hate?
The don't have to hate at all! It very much depends on the cat and kitten. My older cat treated my new kitten as her own.
When is the best time to get a cat?
It's better to get a young cat, although if you are a kid, you would probaly want a kitten, they are wild, and playful. An older cat would be suitable for an older person, they are more relaxed, and calm. If you get a kitten or a young cat,they bond to you, and are more closer to you when they get older.
How should you introduce your new kitten to your cat who is hissing and growling at everyone now?
Well, it seems you might have already messed up the introductions.The first step should always be setting up a separate room for the kitten, where they can explore their new world without getting into too much trouble, and, here's the benefit for your older cat: You let the older cat get curious about the kitten, and WANT to make their acquaintance.If you just came home and dumped a new cat into the middle of what the older cat thinks of as their home, you've created a little intruder. Cats don't like intruders.It might not be too late to separate the two cats and start over. This will give the older cat some breathing room to sort out how they would like to react.Generally kittens can melt the older cat's heart, but there are some circumstances that can cause difficulties:* The cat is too old for the play appeal to take hold. Cats vary, of course, but once a cat reaches double digits, they might be more interested in refining their nap technique than to be chased all over the house by some young whippersnapper. * The cat is not social. Some cats are simply not cat oriented. If your older cat is shy or not playful, they will find a kitten's overtures to be annoying when they want to be left alone. * The cat has a deprived background. A kitten can stir up all kinds of difficulties, from flashing them back to bad times to bringing up the hidden truth that they are not very skilled at inter-cat communications. They will find themselves unable to establish good cat relations if they do not understand the signals.No matter what the cat's problem might be, starting introductions over is a good first step. Make a fuss over checking on the kitten when you go in there to play with the kitten, and come out to let the older cat smell the kitten's scent while they get a treat. When the older cat hangs out at the door and sneaks around to see you go in and out, the older cat is letting their curiosity overcome their annoyance. Don't rush this process. Have the older cat hankering to see the kitten.Try to make good things happen when the kitten is around, from treats to toys. Point out the tremendous advantages to your older cat of having their own kitten. Pretend they asked you to get a kitten.And be honest; how much of this is your own fault? Have you fussed over the kitten and neglected the older cat? Have you changed beloved routines for the kitten? Do you laugh at something the kitten does that the older cat isn't allowed to do?Give the older cat a reason to like the kitten, not a reason to resent them.
How to avoid hissing by a kitten which is 4 to 5 weeks old and is unfamiliar with human handling?
theirs no way for any one to stop a kitten from hiss... or an older cat.
Can your kitten give your older cat worms?
Yes and no if the older cat has been treated for worms it would not happen but if older cat had not been treated yes it will Hope this help
