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biophile

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5. All of the previous responses are great

Sat Nov 16, 2024, 01:59 PM

Nov 16

Maybe try to keep them separate at night for a while to give the older cat some peace. It’s very disruptive for an old established pet to deal with a new family member, let alone a young energetic one. Confine the kitten to a small room or large crate and let the older cat have the use of his usual spaces. Treats together along with petting both at the same time. Pheromones can help. It will take a while, hopefully not never- best of luck and bless you for your kindness and patience.

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Advice from Experience: How long does it take an old house cat to deal with a new kitten? [View all] NNadir Nov 16 OP

One thing I highly suggest is to keep them separated at least until vet does Fe-Leuk / FIV test SheltieLover Nov 16 #1

Try one of the cat pheromone plug in diffuser, similar to the brand Feliway. I had a lot of Ziggysmom Nov 16 #2

Short Answer montanacowboy Nov 16 #3

Had same Rebl2 Nov 17 #11

Probably yes, but it will take time and patience Ndp5 Nov 16 #4

All of the previous responses are great biophile Nov 16 #5

Pets SuzyandPuffpuff Nov 16 #6

The kitten needs a kitten. They will play with each other... 3catwoman3 Nov 16 #7

See if you can get her comfortable with the kitten's smell Ponietz Nov 16 #8

New kitten should be bathed Figarosmom Nov 17 #9

We took her to the vet yesterday. She seems to be perfectly healthy. NNadir Nov 17 #10