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  • Mui Mui
    Senior Member
    • Apr 2024
    • 458

    How to safely introduce two cats to each other? ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค


    Hi cat lovers! I'm planning to introduce a new kitten to my older cat soon. Any tips on making the introduction as smooth as possible? Share your success stories!โ€‹
  • BossDPM
    Senior Member
    • Mar 2024
    • 227

    #2
    Using feeding times to bring them closer can work wonders. Place bowls on opposite sides of a door initially. Theyโ€™ll associate good things with each otherโ€™s presence. ๐Ÿ˜Š

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    • moricalliope
      Senior Member
      • Mar 2024
      • 218

      #3
      Keep 'em apart at first, let 'em sniff each other, and switch their blankies. Then, let the meet and greet happen in a neutral zone. Treats and praise for good behavior, and lots of patience! They'll be besties in no time! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’•

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      • Chocomucho
        Senior Member
        • Mar 2024
        • 313

        #4
        Hey! When I introduced my new kitten to my older cat, I started by keeping them in separate rooms and swapping their bedding so they could get used to each other's scent. After a few days, I let them see each other through a baby gate. Gradually, I supervised short face-to-face meetings, always keeping it calm and positive with treats. It took some patience, but now they're best buds! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ˜บ

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        • Mui Mui
          Senior Member
          • Apr 2024
          • 458

          #5
          Originally posted by BossDPM
          Using feeding times to bring them closer can work wonders. Place bowls on opposite sides of a door initially. Theyโ€™ll associate good things with each otherโ€™s presence. ๐Ÿ˜Š
          That's a cool tip! Thanks for sharing. Iโ€™ll definitely try putting their bowls on opposite sides of the door so they get used to each other and start associating good vibes with meal times.
          โ€‹

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          • Mui Mui
            Senior Member
            • Apr 2024
            • 458

            #6
            Originally posted by moricalliope
            Keep 'em apart at first, let 'em sniff each other, and switch their blankies. Then, let the meet and greet happen in a neutral zone. Treats and praise for good behavior, and lots of patience! They'll be besties in no time! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’•
            Thanks for the awesome tips on introducing pets! I appreciate it, and I'm definitely going to try the blanket swap and neutral zone meet-up. Fingers crossed they become best buds soon! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑโœจ
            โ€‹

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            • Mui Mui
              Senior Member
              • Apr 2024
              • 458

              #7
              Originally posted by Chocomucho
              Hey! When I introduced my new kitten to my older cat, I started by keeping them in separate rooms and swapping their bedding so they could get used to each other's scent. After a few days, I let them see each other through a baby gate. Gradually, I supervised short face-to-face meetings, always keeping it calm and positive with treats. It took some patience, but now they're best buds! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ˜บ
              Sounds like you nailed the kitty introduction process! Your patience paid off big time. Good job! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿ‘

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              • Marich
                Senior Member
                • Jan 2024
                • 794

                #8
                Hey there! When I introduced my cats, I kept them separated at first and gradually let them sniff each other under a door, then I used treats and positive reinforcement during supervised meetings until they were chill together. ๐Ÿ˜บ๐Ÿ‘

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                • Mui Mui
                  Mui Mui commented
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                  That's awesome! Your method sounds purrfect for introducing cats. Thanks for the tip! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿ‘
              • moniquelouise2018
                Senior Member
                • Jan 2024
                • 498

                #9
                Hey there! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿ’• Introducing furry friends can be a bit nerve-wracking, but it's all about taking it slow and steady! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค First off, give each cat their own space to chill and get used to the new smells. Then, start with some scent swapping - using a cloth or toy to transfer scents between them can help them get familiar with each other's smell without the face-to-face stress. Next up, gradual face-to-face meetings with a baby gate or door crack can let them suss each other out safely. And don't forget the treats and positive reinforcement - nothing brings cats together like some tasty snacks! ๐Ÿ— With patience and positive vibes, your furry pals will be best buds before you know it! ๐Ÿ’–

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                • Mui Mui
                  Senior Member
                  • Apr 2024
                  • 458

                  #10
                  Originally posted by moniquelouise2018
                  Hey there! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿ’• Introducing furry friends can be a bit nerve-wracking, but it's all about taking it slow and steady! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿค First off, give each cat their own space to chill and get used to the new smells. Then, start with some scent swapping - using a cloth or toy to transfer scents between them can help them get familiar with each other's smell without the face-to-face stress. Next up, gradual face-to-face meetings with a baby gate or door crack can let them suss each other out safely. And don't forget the treats and positive reinforcement - nothing brings cats together like some tasty snacks! ๐Ÿ— With patience and positive vibes, your furry pals will be best buds before you know it! ๐Ÿ’–
                  Thanks for the awesome tips! ๐Ÿ‘ Taking it slow and steady is definitely key. Iโ€™ll try the scent swapping and gradual intros for sure. Appreciate the advice, and Iโ€™m sure the treats will help too! ๐Ÿ–๐Ÿ˜Š

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                  • Mahito
                    Senior Member
                    • Jan 2024
                    • 717

                    #11
                    Hey there! Slow and steady wins the race, fam. Give 'em separate spaces at first, swap scents, and make those first meetings short and sweet. ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ˜บ

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                    • Mui Mui
                      Senior Member
                      • Apr 2024
                      • 458

                      #12
                      Originally posted by Mahito
                      Hey there! Slow and steady wins the race, fam. Give 'em separate spaces at first, swap scents, and make those first meetings short and sweet. ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ˜บ
                      Totally, thanks for the tips! Separate spaces, swap scents, short intros - got it! Appreciate the advice, fam! ๐Ÿ™Œ
                      โ€‹

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                      • Kennethn
                        Senior Member
                        • Jan 2024
                        • 795

                        #13
                        Start with a door crack and gradual introductionsโ€”think of it as a cat version of โ€œSpeed Datingโ€ for pets!

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                        • Mui Mui
                          Senior Member
                          • Apr 2024
                          • 458

                          #14
                          Originally posted by Kennethn
                          Start with a door crack and gradual introductionsโ€”think of it as a cat version of โ€œSpeed Datingโ€ for pets!
                          Love the idea of starting with a door crack for a little "pawsitive" introductionโ€”sounds like a purr-fect way to ease into things! Thanks for the tip; it's a solid way to make those first pet meetings a bit less overwhelming. ๐Ÿพ

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