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Post by peachsmama on Jun 6, 2019 17:54:53 GMT -6
Tigger is coming to live with us! He's 3 years old and I've only ever adopted kittens or young cats. I've bought the same litter box, litter, food and treats he's used to. Got him a new tag and collar and some toys since he's so playful. Tips for a smooth transition for him? wedding klong11 |
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Post by peachsmama on Jun 6, 2019 17:59:17 GMT -6
We're going out of town this weekend so I'll get him Monday or Wednesday.
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Post by klong11 on Jun 6, 2019 18:23:42 GMT -6
You'll be surprised how easily he adapts.
You might keep him in one room at first, then allow him to go about the house when the boys aren't there and the dogs are outside, so that he can see it without distractions.
So long as the dogs are cool with him there shouldn't be any issues.
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Post by klong11 on Jun 6, 2019 18:23:56 GMT -6
I'm so glad you're adopting him!!!
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Post by peachsmama on Jun 6, 2019 18:44:38 GMT -6
You'll be surprised how easily he adapts. You might keep him in one room at first, then allow him to go about the house when the boys aren't there and the dogs are outside, so that he can see it without distractions. So long as the dogs are cool with him there shouldn't be any issues. That's why I'm getting him Monday or Wednesday, the boys will be at the sitters. He needs a flea bath desperately. So I'll get him early, do that, then let Him have the whole day to explore without the kids being in his space. He's never been with dogs but after the initial newness wears off, I dont see them interacting with him much. |
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Post by wedding on Jun 6, 2019 18:51:44 GMT -6
Do you have other cats or were those your moms? Is he indoors only?
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Post by peachsmama on Jun 6, 2019 18:57:05 GMT -6
Do you have other cats or were those your moms? Is he indoors only? One is technically M's but lives at my moms. He will be the only cat in our house. He has been only indoors but loves to sit and look out, grandma thinks he'll venture out. She has never let him since she lives near a road. |
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Post by chrisy01 on Jun 6, 2019 20:57:40 GMT -6
I don’t cat but congrats!
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Post by wedding on Jun 7, 2019 4:49:40 GMT -6
Good. Inside will add years to his life. I would still recommend getting him microchipped if he isn’t already and make sure he’s up to date on vaccines. If stray cats are around then get him the feline leukemia vaccine if he is going outside.
Since you have dogs I would still do a monthly flea preventative. If your dogs are on K9 Advantix for theirs that is toxic to cats if they lick it so make sure the cat is separated for a day post application if they become best friends and snuggle. The cats won’t lick it off the dog usually but will snuggle/nap with them and get some on their fur and then groom themselves.
I would give him just a room to hang in while he gets the smells of the house. Preferably the room his litter box will be in. Then I would put the dogs in a room or outside and let him explore alone for a few hours or a day if possible. I would do this all before the first intro to the dogs. For the first interaction with them go slow. Put the dogs on a tight leash and the cat loose so he can explore without chance of injury. I’m sure the dogs will be fine but the cat may be scared. Make sure he has some vertical space to go to if needed. If the cat hisses and swats then go back to the room thing and continue introducing each day for a bit before letting them all loose.
The litter box should be in a quiet area preferably. People like to put them in laundry rooms then the cat has accidents at times and they don’t realize the sounds of the machines scare them and the accidents likely happen while they are running. Beware if the dogs try to get into the litter box too. That can make a cat not want to use it and it’s just nasty! Food should be separate from the box and with the dogs you want to find a place they can’t get to it. Max’s food was on a higher table when we had a dog so he could eat in peace.
This seems like a lot and some cats can just glide in and adapt quickly and that’s what we all hope for but some need time so I always recommend going slow. The last thing you want is the cat freaking out. Cats can hold grudges forever!
He’s beautiful and I’m jealous!
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Post by guster on Jun 7, 2019 5:08:27 GMT -6
No advice, but wanted to say congratulations on your newest addition!
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Post by peachsmama on Jun 7, 2019 5:59:04 GMT -6
Good. Inside will add years to his life. I would still recommend getting him microchipped if he isn’t already and make sure he’s up to date on vaccines. If stray cats are around then get him the feline leukemia vaccine if he is going outside. Since you have dogs I would still do a monthly flea preventative. If your dogs are on K9 Advantix for theirs that is toxic to cats if they lick it so make sure the cat is separated for a day post application if they become best friends and snuggle. The cats won’t lick it off the dog usually but will snuggle/nap with them and get some on their fur and then groom themselves. I would give him just a room to hang in while he gets the smells of the house. Preferably the room his litter box will be in. Then I would put the dogs in a room or outside and let him explore alone for a few hours or a day if possible. I would do this all before the first intro to the dogs. For the first interaction with them go slow. Put the dogs on a tight leash and the cat loose so he can explore without chance of injury. I’m sure the dogs will be fine but the cat may be scared. Make sure he has some vertical space to go to if needed. If the cat hisses and swats then go back to the room thing and continue introducing each day for a bit before letting them all loose. The litter box should be in a quiet area preferably. People like to put them in laundry rooms then the cat has accidents at times and they don’t realize the sounds of the machines scare them and the accidents likely happen while they are running. Beware if the dogs try to get into the litter box too. That can make a cat not want to use it and it’s just nasty! Food should be separate from the box and with the dogs you want to find a place they can’t get to it. Max’s food was on a higher table when we had a dog so he could eat in peace. This seems like a lot and some cats can just glide in and adapt quickly and that’s what we all hope for but some need time so I always recommend going slow. The last thing you want is the cat freaking out. Cats can hold grudges forever! He’s beautiful and I’m jealous! Thank you! He was a shelter cat so he is mircochipped, just need to figure out how to update the info on it. We do the pill flea/tick/heartworm for the dogs so that wont be a concern. No strays around. I'll definitely go slow and let him get used to everything. Hes super easy going so I'm hoping it goes well. And he's used to kids and took to me really fast. |
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