my cat is 18 months and am getting a kitten in June (1 week old now). just wondered if anyone had major problems getting their cats to get on and what did they do to sort it and did anyone have to give up?
When our female cat was 6 months old we brought home a stray kitten that we found starving on the streets. She hated him and tried to attack him every chance she got. It took almost one month of careful and controlled introductions before she would even tolerate his presence in the same room as her, but then things calmed down and she accepted him. They’re not best friends, but they do get on okay together. These links have information and advice on introducing cats which you may find helpful. http://www.messybeast.com/first-impressions.htm http://www.littlebigcat.com/index.php?action=library&act=show&item=cattocatintroductions Some cats are just more territorial than others. Our female cat chases off any other cat that tries to come onto our patio area. Whereas our male cat is much more sociable and he’s fine with other cats. If your cat is fairly laid back, you might not have any problems whatsoever with introducing them to a kitten. Hope everything works out. Good luck.
My cat Johnny is a year old and he’s been having problems with his left ear regularly since a very early age. He always scratches his left ear angrily and makes noises,as if being in great pain.I checked his ear for itch-mites,since my other cat had those once,but no sign of any desease. Can it be middle ear inflammation? Is it just a bad habit?
It’s probably mites, the vet can check with a microscope and see things that you can’t with just your eye. Another possibility could be a yeast infection. One of my dogs gets one every now and then so he has drops to use when it starts to bother him. There are some vaccinations your cat could use by now so give in and take him for a visit.
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Question: I have a cat who is disturbed, he bites attacks, and growls, how do we make him an enjoyable pet?
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My cat does that when I make him mad. Anyway, try using spray bottles filled with water, and spray him when he is bad. If that doesn’t work, try scaring him (not too scared) and he will probably not want to do it (or get scared) Again! Note: with spray bottles, ONLY USE WATER! anything else could poison them.
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Hey! So I have three cats and I have bought several litter boxes for them to use and I even bought them a cat genie. Although they use those sometimes, for some reason they love to go toathe bathroom on the rugs in my dining room. I’ve bought several sprays and tried them but the haven’t been effective and spraying them with water doesn’t work either. Does anyone know of any homemade concoctions that might help? Thanks !
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Have you tried the enzymatic/enzyme destroying sprays. If you completely soak the stains in these sprays they will completely destroy the remnants of urine that other sprays only cover up for awhile. Also I just want to double check that it is all of the cats doing this, not just one which would indicate a health problem such as a uti or crystals in the urine that make it painful to urinate resulting in the cats avoiding their regular place of urination as they associate it with the pain. Doesn’t sound like that is the problem though. I don’t know of any home remedy’s (other than taping your carpet which I don’t think you want to do) but many pet store sell a cat pheromone spray that could come in handy here. Basically (once you have entirely rid the area of any remaining urine smell) you spray it on the area and it mimic the “happy” scent that cats leave behind with their scent glands to let other cats know the area is nice and safe. Then when the cats go to the carpet they will not want to urinate there. You may want to actually place a litter box directly on the carpet for awhile and slowly move it away over time. If all else fails and this is not a health problem they may just be stressed and asserting themselves as dominant over each other this way. The vet can give you some pills(kitty prozac) that will calm the cats down and stop the inappropriate urination if stress is the cause. Lastly, I’m assuming your cats are fixed and not just spraying, if not it is unlikely you will be able to stop this behavior as they will continue to mark their territory.
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Well, it was recomended that we get our 12 month old female american short hair a little 4 legged friend. i hear it makes them more comfortable and offers companionship. at one point i even heard it can extend their life time. so any advice? and she is a house cat w/o leaving. and what should i do in reguards to feeding and ltiterbox ect..
You may want a second litterbox if you get another cat, especially if they don’t get along at first. You don’t want one accidentally cornering the other in the box if they aren’t used to each other- there could be a fight. Also don’t feed them very close together at first, so they won’t get nervous at mealtime and fight. As they get to know each other you can move their dishes closer together. Make sure they always have enough to eat so there is no fighting over food. You may want to add another water dish (not right next to the one you have now). I’d recommend an older female cat if your cat isn’t used to being around other animals. You can ask at your local animal shelter, and they can try to find a cat who will be more likely to get along with the one you have now. Once you bring the new cat home, give them time to get used to each other. Don’t try to force them to get along, but do make sure both of them see you petting and playing with the other. That is what I’ve done when I’ve introduced new cats, and usually if one sees the other getting pet/ combed/ playtime, that one will move in a little closer to get in on the action, and once they’ve played together or have been groomed together they’ll be more likely to get along without problems.
I am getting my daughter a cat next week. I am not an animal person, so I need some good advice. What is the best cat litter to buy? What is the best cat (kitten) food to buy? How often do you have to bath your cat and what is the best shampoo to use for your cat? Which would be better, male or female cat? And what about toys and sleeping bed for the cat? This will be an inside only cat. Please feel free to add any additional information that may be helpful. Since I don’t like cats, but I am trying to be positive for my daughter, I want to start things out right.
In my opinion: The best cat litter is Special Kitty–it’s a crystal blend and it is scoop-able. Buy litter box liners, too. You won’t regret it! I feed my cats Iams indoor formula. It has all the right nutrients. I strongly advise against moist food because it can cause teeth and gum disease. Don’t bathe your cat! Most cats keep themselves clean; especially house cats. If you think they need a little cleaning, use wet wipes and clean them that way; it gets rid of excess hair, too. I have a female and male. If you get a male you’ll want to neuter it as soon as you can. Many times unneutered male cats will mark their territory–had a friend who’s male cat peed in her stove. Toys yes; there are many, many types. A bed? Maybe, but usually the cat will choose it’s own special place. If your cat will NEVER, EVER go outside, I recommend having it’s front claws removed. It will save your furniture … Cats are wonderful! They are independent, don’t need a lot of attention and very smart. Good luck!
