![]() Introduce them on the new cat’s turf and limit the time they spend together while you closely monitor their behavior. ![]() Close encounterĭon’t hold the cats in your arms when they first meet or you could be the unintended victim of a catfight. Gradual introductions are essential for long-term brotherly/sisterly love. Cats introduced too quickly may fight and never learn to get along. It may take weeks or months for a cat to adjust to their new lifestyle. Keep the fur from flyingĬats are solitary, territorial creatures by nature so don’t force siblings together. In the beginning, give your new cat a room of its own and be sure to spend a lot of alone time with him/her those first few days. This is one time when siblings shouldn’t share the same room. Your new cat will have his own check up within a few days of coming home, and a bath to eliminate fleas is also wise. Check upsīefore you introduce your new cat to the family, all pets should get a vet visit to ensure they’re healthy. However, it’s more important to match temperaments than pick sexual opposites. ![]() General rule of thumb: Choose a smaller, younger, opposite-gendered cat. It’s not wise to team timid felines with alpha cats. Is your “top cat” energetic and healthy? Then a kitten might be the perfect match. Extroverted and assertive cats do well with like-minded social butterflies. CAUTION: If your resident feline has physical limitations, it’s not a good time to adopt another cat at all. Their high-octane energy may be too stressful for an older cat, especially if he/she is sickly. If your first-born cat is elderly, steer clear of kittens. ![]()
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