How do newly adopted cats feel comfortable?
Here are 4 ways to help your new kitty feel at home.
- Be prepared. A big step in adopting a new cat is making sure your house is prepped and ready to go when they get there.
- Take it slow. Don’t try to rush things.
- Encourage bonding through treats and toys.
- Keep expectations realistic.
How old was the cat when he was adopted?
I know a family (with kids and dogs) had previously tried to adopt him but he was too scared with them and they gave up after a week. I think he was born and lived on the street until around a year old, but was hand-fed by a man who came by to take care of the family of cats.
Why is my adopted cat still in hiding?
Her cat behaved very much as your does but in her case the cat was the product of a negligent backyard breeder who never handled or socialized her kittens. She started making progress when she found an interactive toy that her cat loved (in her case it was either the SmartyKat Hot Pursuit Cat Toy Concealed Motion Toy or one very much like it).
Can a cat still hide under the bed after 8 months?
I have a rescue that hid for 4 days and then after that if he would get spooked would run under the bed. Now after 8 months he pretty much owns the house. He still freaks out when someone knocks on the door or rings the doorbell and runs under the bed.
How did you meet your new cat at the Humane Society?
When you met your new kitty at the shelter, they were in familiar territory. At the shelter — like at the Humane Society of the Nature Coast — they probably lived among a family of other kitties and they were familiar with the faces of shelter staff members who provided food and attention.
I know a family (with kids and dogs) had previously tried to adopt him but he was too scared with them and they gave up after a week. I think he was born and lived on the street until around a year old, but was hand-fed by a man who came by to take care of the family of cats.
When to take your cat to the vet after adoption?
It may take your cat a week or two to adjust. Be patient. Within a week of being adopted, take your newly adopted cat for her first wellness visit with a veterinarian. If you have a record of immunizations from the shelter, take it with you.
When is it safe to let my new cat out?
It can take a day, 5 days, a couple of weeks or more for your new cat to relax. 2 weeks is an average adjustment time for most cats. As long as your cat is eating, drinking, using the litter box (even if its under the bed!) and not showing any signs of illness, it is generally safe to leave them in their hiding spot.
How long does it take for a cat to adjust to a new home?
It may take your cat a week or two to adjust. Be patient. Within a week of being adopted, take your newly adopted cat for her first wellness visit with a veterinarian.