Sooner or later, two cats find a common language and get along with each other. However, it is not necessary to wait for that happy day of reconciliation when jealousy and mistrust have passed. Try to take control of the situation. If the first meeting between an adult cat and a kitten goes smoothly, you will not have to constantly worry about a new arrival of a small pet.
It is necessary
New Kitten Bowl New Cat Tray Adult Cat Toy Towel
Instructions
Step 1
Do not rush to immediately introduce two pets. Cats will adapt to each other for a long time. If the kitten has just been brought, and your cat did not suspect about such a "betrayal" on the part of the mistress or owner, the manifestation of aggression is inevitable. It is likely that the cat will hiss at the kitten, prevent him from passing, and may even pounce on him. Accustom your cat to the idea that another creature will live in the house, gradually. Allocate a separate room for the kitten and keep your cat out of it. Don't let the two of them see each other. Direct eye contact will add stress and possibly lead to a scuffle. Let them live a couple of days in different rooms.
Step 2
The day after the kitten arrives, let your cat sniff it through the door. Then the adult cat will get used to the new smell.
Swap the two of them in a few days. Give the kitten the opportunity to wander around the apartment for several hours, get used to the environment. And an adult cat will at this time watch the kitten through the gap under the door and get used to its appearance.
Step 3
Mix cat and kitten scents. To do this, take a small towel, moisten it and wrap the kitten in it. The towel will keep it smelling. Then rub an adult cat with it.
Step 4
Now it's time to introduce your pets. Be sure to let the kitten know that your cat is in charge here. When you feed your pets, put the food first to the adult cat and then to the kitten. Feed them in neutral territory, preferably in the kitchen. Buy your own separate bowl for water and food for the kitten, but feed them side by side (at first, it is desirable that there is some kind of partition between them). Make sure that the kitten does not steal food from someone else's bowl. Gradually bring the bowls closer together. Don't forget to buy another cat litter box as well, the cat and kitten need individual litter boxes.
Step 5
Pay close attention to an adult cat, give her a toy in the form of a mouse, or buy her a tasty treat. In short, the cat must be "bribed". Not deprived of attention, affection and care, your pet will become more tolerant towards the kitten. Over time, you will be able to give both cats equal attention.
Step 6
Keep in mind that cats can vary greatly in temperament. Perhaps you are hoping for a true feline friendship. Unfortunately, it does not occur in 100% of cases. But in any case, over time, the cat and the kitten will begin to get along with each other and stop causing trouble for the owner. But if your cat suddenly wakes up maternal instincts, you have absolutely nothing to worry about.
