How do i introduce a 3 year old female cat to my 2 14 week old kittens?
When you first bring your new kitten home, it is important to isolate her. Choose a room in neutral territory (not where your older pet likes to sleep). This will give you time to reassure the older pet, and will also protect the youngster from possible aggression. Equip the kitten’s room with a bed, scratching post, litter pan, food and water dishes, and toys. Put the kitten in the room and let her explore a bit while you are still with her. Then leave her alone for a short time so she can become comfortable in the new surroundings. At first, the kitten may hide. Try to coax her out to comfort her. Don’t try to push too fast, though. She will gradually become less timid with you. Animals get to know each other by smell. Your older pet will spend a lot of time sniffing at the bottom of the door to kitty’s room. The kitten will do the same on the other side. After a day or two, you should be able to determine the older pet’s reaction to the kitten. A dog anxious to meet the kitten will
