SHOULD I GET ANOTHER CAT?
grieve، just like humans do. Signs of grieving might include a change in appetite، acting more aloof، or other personality changes.3 If you introduce a new cat too soon، it might backfire. Give your cat some time before you try to introduce a new friend and shower him with love in the meantime.
Set Up Your Cats for Success
If you decide to move forward with adopting a second cat، set up your two cats for success. First، both of your cats should be spayed or neutered. You could be inviting a whole host of problems if they aren't. Two male cats who aren't neutered might be aggressive toward each other، for example.
You can create a calming environment for their introduction by setting up Comfort Zone Calming Diffusers around the house. This drug-free solution mimics cats' natural pheromones، helping pets feel safe and relaxed.
Next، introduce them slowly. Don't just throw them into the same room
together. Start out by keeping your new kitty in a separate room. Feed both cats at the same time، on different sides of a closed door. Swap blankets with their scents. Once they're comfortable with this setup، let them see each other occasionally through a screen or gate and observe how they interact. Then slowly allow them supervised visits together.
This process can take weeks or more. Make sure you don't rush your cats; the wait will be worthwhile. Most cats can at least learn to tolerate each other. But others may become so close that they snuggle together، clean each other، and chase each other around the house all day.
Getting a second cat can be a blessing to your home. Just try to match the cats' personalities and make sure you set up your home for success. Even the friendliest cats might feel a little stressed at first، so have a lot of patience and introduce them slowly. Over time، your two fur balls may become fast friends.
