After adoption: Congratulation on your new Kitty!
Bringing a new pet into your home is always exciting. It’s the beginning of what we hope will be a long and joyous journey. However, you should keep in mind that adding an addition to your family is going to take some getting used to. As a responsible new owner, there are many things that can be done on your part to ensure that this initial transition period goes smoothly.
Don't rush your new pet. Let him/her get accustomed to the new surroundings. If your new pet is a cat, he/she may hide behind furniture or under a bed at first. Don’t be alarmed. This is not unusual. It is the cat’s way to find a safe, secure haven when he/she is scared. Don’t rush the animal or worry that he/she will not come out to eat or use the litter box. The cat will come out when it is ready, usually when you least expect it.
Let the cat become familar with there new environment. With a new cat, show him/her where food and water will be kept. Take the cat to the litter box and place him/her gently into it. Usually all it takes is one or two forced visits to the litter box before your cat will go to it on its own.
Try to keep noise and activity levels lower than usual for the first day or two. Supervise all interactions with children and other pets. Because of the independent nature of the feline species, your cat will come out to meet new people when he/she decides to do it – and usually will find a warm spot right on the lap of the one non-cat person in the room! To avoid adding stress to the situation, it is better to place your cat in a closed room until company leaves.
Above all being patient works wonders, talk to your kitty, they listen. Be calm and sensitive to there feelings. After all many of these kitties have not had a good life and they do not know what to expect. Most have come from an abusive situation and need your patience and understanding for them to settle in and know that they are in safe hands.
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