Table of Contents
- 1 Will a friendly kitten be a friendly cat?
- 2 Why does my cat growl at the new kitten?
- 3 How do you tell if a kitten will be a good cat?
- 4 How do you know if Specter is trying to keep kitten away?
- 5 How to keep your first cat happy after adopting a kitten?
- 6 Should you ignore your older cat when you get a kitten?
Will a friendly kitten be a friendly cat?
Kittens can be good company for one another and can provide positive inter-cat experiences. Under the right circumstances, these may influence their ability to perform friendly cat behavior with others of their species in future.
Why does my cat growl at the new kitten?
Hissing and growling is quite normal and nothing to worry about. Your existing cats will initially feel threatened by the new arrival and will want to let the kitten know who is boss. There is always a pecking order in a multi cat household.
How do you tell if a kitten will be a lap cat?
Look for a cat that enjoys playing calmly, but mostly seems to enjoy nap time with its owners. This also means you should look for a cat with a calm, approachable personality. If you choose a cat that seems skittish or scared, it is less likely that the cat will develop into a lap cat even over time.
How do you tell if a kitten will be a good cat?
Here are signs of a happy cat:
- Vocal clues. Cats can be very vocal, especially when they’re happy.
- A healthy appearance. If cats feel good, they will keep themselves well groomed.
- A relaxed posture.
- Eyes and Ears.
- Social sleeping.
- Playful behaviour.
- A good appetite.
How do you know if Specter is trying to keep kitten away?
I knew I had to try harder to cheer her up, and maybe keep the kitten away for a while. Another super obvious signal was a swat at the kitten. The first time Specter ever tried to suckle on Ghost Cat, that fluffy, little baby got a swipe right to the face.
Is it hard to adopt a new cat with two cats?
Adopting a new cat can give an animal in need a home and change your life for the better. But if you already have one or more cats at home, introducing a new feline into the dynamic can be tricky. Introductions may be particularly difficult between two cats with different personalities or between an “only child” resident cat and a new kitten.
How to keep your first cat happy after adopting a kitten?
Whether you’re dealing with cats or kids, no one wants their oldest to feel like they’ve been replaced. Here’s how we kept our first cat happy after adopting a new kitten. 1. Resist the urge to rush You can’t throw cats together and expect them to fall in love. Getting our little baby Specter was my husband’s idea.
Should you ignore your older cat when you get a kitten?
Getting a kitten is no excuse to ignore your older cat (obviously). As I mentioned, Ghost Cat and I have a bond like super glue, so despite Specter’s undeniable cuteness, I made sure to schedule quality time for Ghost Cat cuddles.