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Why is my rescue cat so nervous?

Why is my rescue cat so nervous?

Cat anxiety may be caused by pain or illness, exposure to something toxic or infectious diseases that affect the nervous system. A psychological trigger may be to blame, like a traumatic experience, lack of proper socialization or a history of abuse or neglect.

What should I expect when I adopt a new cat?

Be prepared should be your mantra when bringing a new pet into your home. Cats are particularly sensitive to new surroundings and some may hide under a bed or in a closet for days or even weeks. You can avoid pitfalls with your new critter and help him or her adapt more easily by following these guidelines:

How to help a nervous cat settle in?

Here are my top tips on how you can help settle a nervous cat: 1. Provide a ‘safe place’ room. Before your new cat arrives prepare a room in your house for him/her. A spare bedroom or study is ideal but it can be anywhere quiet within your house.

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).

How long does it take a cat to adapt to a new home?

Cats are particularly sensitive to new surroundings and some may hide under a bed or in a closet for days or even weeks. You can avoid pitfalls with your new critter and help him or her adapt more easily by following these guidelines: Cats are territorial, and coming into a new home leaves them feeling really uneasy.

Is it normal for a cat to be nervous in a new place?

A little bit of hiding and nervousness is normal for any kitty in a new situation, but when nervousness persists for more than a few days it can be stressful for you and the cat. But you can help teach her that she’s safe in your home and maybe even with company over time. It just takes some patience, a few training tricks, and a lot of love.

Here are my top tips on how you can help settle a nervous cat: 1. Provide a ‘safe place’ room. Before your new cat arrives prepare a room in your house for him/her. A spare bedroom or study is ideal but it can be anywhere quiet within your house.

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).

Why does a nervous Cat Run and hide?

It’s all about familiarity and instincts. Unlike dogs, cats don’t travel in a pack so when they feel threatened (even if it’s just by you wanting a pat), they’ll run and hide in a safe place. In general, a nervous cat does best in a quiet home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t acclimate your kitty if you live somewhere noisy or have kids.