Last Updated on September 12, 2020 by Ellen Christian
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My life would not be complete without our cats. I cannot remember a time in my life when I haven’t had some sort of pet. I love animals so much that I have a pet sitting business in our town so I can enjoy other people’s pets too. Adding a new cat to your home isn’t something to be done without some serious thought. Most cats react quite well to a new owner and a new home but you cannot know for certain what will happen until it’s done. All three of our cats had some adjustment to make when they became part of our lives.
Adding a New Cat to your Home
Most cats are territorial and unlike dogs, they do not generally live in packs. Many cats will adjust more easily to a new home if they are the only cat in the home. If you are bringing a cat into a home that already has a cat, many times it’s easier to add a kitten than a mature cat. Many cats will attack the new cat or hide and refuse to come out when a new cat is present. Male cats may mark their territory by peeing on blankets and furniture.
If you want to introduce an adult cat into a home that already has a cat in it, a lot will depend on the personality of the cats involved. Some cats are mellow and easy going. Others are high strung and require more maintenance. When you bring home your new cat, confine him in one room where the other cat is not allowed. Make sure that he has his own food, water and litter box. After a few days, set their food bowls on each side of the closed door and allow them to get used to each other while eating. After a few days, allow them to meet but make sure you monitor the situation closely. If you see any fighting, hissing or bad behavior, separate them again and try again in a few days.
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Ellen is a busy mom of a 24-year-old son and 29-year-old daughter. She owns six blogs and is addicted to social media. She believes that it doesn’t have to be difficult to lead a healthy life. She shares simple healthy living tips to show busy women how to lead fulfilling lives. If you’d like to work together, email info@confessionsofanover-workedmom.com to chat.
My daughter introduced a second cat to her home within the last month. She had to give hormones to her first kitty to calm her down. She still growls at him but it’s sleepily. ;0 I’ll have to clue her in to this site though so she has options with their dietary needs.
We only have one cat now and I just don’t think he would get along with another, but if we do I will try your tips.
Thanks for the tips. Members of the family deserve high quality foods as well and the newly introduced cats will enjoy a long, healthy life together!
My German Shepherd (a complete cat hater) is coming to the end of her years. Not sure what direction we will go with as far as pets after she passes… possibly a cat.
Your cats are beautiful! My cats like Royal Canin also.
What beautiful Cats! I’ve had cats ever since I was little.
Great tips! We have a Siamese cat. Your cats are GORGEOUS!!!
Your cats are beautiful and I enjoyed reading about how to introduce new cats to one another. I’ve not heard of this cat food so will need to check it out further.
your kitties are gorgeous!! we have always had just one cat— until this fall, when we got 2 kittens together. we haven’t had to deal with the territorial thing “yet”
Aww first off your cats are gorgeous. Love these photos. I also have 3 wonderful cats that I adore. Thanks for these great tips!
Gorgeous cats!!! I would love to have one, but I am super allergic. But, our house wouldn’t be the same without our dogs — that’s for sure!
Your cats are so pretty, Ellen! We have had some adjustment with each of our cats too. But we are so happy to have them as part of our family.
Thank you for the great tips. My life would not be near as much fun without my cat next to me while I work every day.
I used to use the Royal Canin dog food and was very happy with it. Don’t have cats but yours are cuties!
Such gorgeous kitties! We have 3 and the youngest was added a year ago. He’s still a terror, but we love him. All of them are strays we’ve adopted into our home.
I adore cats, but am so allergic to them. We’re a dog family, but I would still love to have a cat.
We have three cats, and really wish I could have a few more. My heart always breaks when I go to the Humane Society! We foster kittens, so at least I can help a little…but I want them all! LOL!
Your kitties are so cute! I love cats too, and we have three indoor cats. We just adopted two new ones last year, and they were brother and sister, so they are very friendly and affectionate with each other. Our cat gets along with them, but doesn’t really have anything to do with them. LOL He is like the grumpy old man rolling his eyes at two hyper little kids!
My son is allergic to cats so is afraid of them. My daughter finally got a cat when she moved to her own house. Great tips.
Thank you so much for the tips. My 6 year old wants a cat more than anything. We are working on Daddy since he isn’t a big animal in the house kind of person. She’ll wear him down eventually 🙂
I love when you post about your cats. They are all so pretty. For some reason I just adore calico cats. My kids want a kitty so badly but we have dogs.
My daughter is allergic to cats but we still “adopt” the neighbor cat from time to time when he sits outside the door asking for attention. We just make sure we wash up really well afterwards!
You have really beautiful cats!! We don’t have any cats just 1 dog, but maybe one day we will get one!! I will share with all the cat owners I know!