Adopting A Cat And Settling In

Acquiring a cat should not be contemplated on a whim but with an awareness of the animal’s continuing needs throughout its life in your home. Thoughtful preparation and preparing in advance of a brand new cat arrives is necessary when the transition involving old property and new may be to be strain complimentary for equally you and your pet.

A cat demands time and room by which to adjust, and can settle down much more effortlessly, as well, if all of the perfect gear is there when it arrives.

Forward planning – This will be a new and strange environment for your cat, so before you collect it, check its diet with the breeder or cattery so that you know what it likes to eat and drink and can have some food ready.

The journey itself may be the first time in a kitten’s short life that it has no other feline company. Even an older cat can be disorientated. While traveling, talk to the animal in a calm voice.

Do not be tempted to let it out of its carrier, in a car for example, unless you have a companion with you who can restrain it.

The Arrival – A new arrival is a novelty and family and friends will want to be introduced, to stroke and play with the cat, especially if it is a kitten.

This exciting time makes particular demands on children who, without realizing the implications, may treat the new animal like a toy. However, try to make sure there are not many people around when the new arrival is introduced.

It is tempting to rush straight into the living room and let the cat out of the carrier. Instead, take it immediately to where its litter tray or pan, sleeping space, food and water bowls are going to be permanently positioned.

Such items are part of a familiar routine, which will be comforting. A drink and a little food may be all that is wanted.