How do I stop my kitten from bothering my older cat?
Effective Ways to stop your kitten from terrifying your cat.
- Give your kitten time out for terrifying your other cat.
- Provide interactive playtime for your kitten.
- Referee interaction between cats.
- Distract kitten from bullying or aggressive behavior.
- Reward good behavior.
Is my cat jealous of my new kitten?
So do cats get jealous of a new kitten? It certainly can happen, especially if the older cat feels it is getting less attention than it is used to or less than the new kitten. Cats naturally form their own hierarchy and can become envious or even angry if they feel their position is threatened.
Do older cats get jealous of new kittens?
How can I help our older cat accept our new kitten?
Your older cat may have a period of time when they try to establish a hierarchy with the new kitten. They may hiss and swat at the kitten when they do something your older cat does not want them to do. This is completely normal and as long as they are just hissing and swatting, do your best to not interfere.
Why does my old cat hate my new cat?
Another reason is that, as a kitten, your cat may have missed out on learning cat etiquette from socially adept adult cats during important periods of socialization. These periods for kittens peak at 2 to 7 weeks of age, but the weeks from 8 to 16 weeks are also an important time.
Is it normal for an older cat to have a kitten?
This is completely normal and as long as it is just hissing and swatting, do your best to not interfere. Your older cat is establishing its role as the dominant cat in the household and the kitten is being taught where its boundaries as the new cat are. Don’t give up if the first encounters are not positive.
How does an older cat react to a kitten?
Cats need to have order and a new member in the home must know where it ranks. Your older cat may have a period of time when it tries to establish a hierarchy with the new kitten. Your older cat may hiss and swat at the kitten when the newcomer does something unfavorable.
How old is an older cat when it adopts a kitten?
Two years ago, I adopted an older cat (then age 5) and he is the most laid back animal you will ever meet. Loves car rides, loves meeting new people, loves kids, never brings out his claws or teeth. Last week, I adopted a new kitten (age 12 weeks old) and he surely is an active kitten!
How do I get my older cat to like my new kitten?
Prop the door enough that they can see and smell each other. Do this for a few minutes each day for several days. During this time, swap their blankets so they can get used to each other’s scents.
Another reason is that, as a kitten, your cat may have missed out on learning cat etiquette from socially adept adult cats during important periods of socialization. These periods for kittens peak at 2 to 7 weeks of age, but the weeks from 8 to 16 weeks are also an important time.
Why is my cat going after my new kitten?
So thats why im shocked she is full blown going after the new kitten because she has always been around others. This new kitten I rescued was also found frozen alone and is just the most loveable cuddly creature that wants to be loved.