A question about kitten being in my room(please read!!!)?

Question

We got a kitten about 3 weeks ago.she is 3 months old.however we have to keep her in my room because my mother is scared of animals.my mom is scared of almost every animal,she's even scared of my turtle.She agreed to let me have it as long as I keep it in my room.She said I can bring the kitten out at night to play in the living room and kitchen if i want too.

The reason I aint do that yet is because I dont want her to try to run out the room everytime she see me leave.right now if i leave the room and come back within 5 mins she would be waiting for me right by the door.She never tried to run out the room though.

Would it be ok for me to take her in the living room to play at night or am I better off just keeping her in the room?my mom usually go to sleep around 9 or 10pm

Also if I do this,will my kitten try to run out the door everytime i open it.right now when i come in and out she never tries to run out

Is there way I can train so she wont run out when she not suppose 2

I was gonna try and set up a schedule where she can go in the living room from 7pm-12am.I go to sleep later on weekends so she could play even longer.The only problem is that she cant come out the room before 7pm.Will that be ok

Answer 1

I am so sorry that you are in such an uncomfortable position.

You appear to be an animal lover that is unable to feel comfortable in your home concerning your pet and your mom.  

To answer your question will she ever try to run out?  More than likely, yes.  

Cats have a reputation for being "curious" they love to investigate their surroundings.

Cats live a long time, is it reasonable to think that you should confine her to 2 rooms in your home or that you can?  I know you dont want to, but you need to please your mother.

Your precious kitten seems to really enjoy your company because she waits for you expectantly at the door, and probably senses that you would prefer that she remain behind the door.

Cats always feel that they "rule" the house.  Just like dogs,  they  investigate every corner of your home.  You may find your cat sleeping in your closet on top of your suits or in the bath tub...there is no telling where kitty will find herself playing or investigating.  She is yet a kitten and i am sure adorable.  

  I suggest that you try your level best to get your mother involved with the care of your pet.  

Promise and do special things for your mom for her consideration to get to know this sweet little kitty.  If possible get her involved with a group that has her phobia.  

Give your mother total respect to her feelings.  But work your magic in helping her overcome her fear of animals this one in particular.  Ask her to assist you in the kittens house training-- litter box, where to eat, and places that she should not be such as on to of the refrigerator or climbing the drapes.  

If possible, ask her to name your kitty.  Then listen to her tell folks that she named the family pet.

The two of you do research about how to live with a cat.   It can happen.  I have witnessed it.

She is really a great gal to allow you to have the animal, kind of loves ya I would say.   Be patient with both your mom and your new kitty.

Answer 2

It reeally depends on your cat.

Some would be quite content but others are gloing to drive you crazy trying to out.

One way or another make sure you new friend is not bored and you have a good way of keeping the smell down as even the most regularly changed kitty litter is going to get a bit "on the nose' in a small space.

Cats are pretty good at getting their own way ...

Good luck with it all.

Personally, I'd give the cat as much space as you can.

Answer 3

Okay, I'm sorry, but your mother needs to get over her fear. What's wrong with animals? You know, humans are scientifically animals, too. Cats are cute and they aren't going to hurt you unless you try to attack them. And turtles? Seriously. Please, play with your cat! But also teach your mother to accept animals. I mean, it's one thing to be allergic to them, but it's entirely another to have such an unreasonable fear.  

Answer 4

I hope your room's big enough for her to run a little and play, not that cats need a ton of room to play, but it is hard being cooped up in the same space for most of one's life.  I hope you can get her toys, a scratch post, and other stuff that cats like :)  especially since she will be in your room.  

If you let her out, yes she may want to leave next time you go out.  Perhaps if you take her out of your room daily after 7pm she may get a sense of a routine. I hope you do. I don't want to be mean in saying this, but otherwise, well it's like she is literally confined and that's tough.  Anyways, I wonder if there is a way for your mom to work through her fear of animals.  The situation sounds slightly complicated and while it's kind of your mom to let you have a cat even though she's scared of animals, I do feel a bit sorry for your kitten.  So do take her out regularly so that she's not locked in all day long :)

Answer 5

well if you do it at the same time every day, and if your kitten ever tries to get out just make sure you keep the door shut until the proper time.

then she should become aware that she cannot come out until that time.

my cat is only allowed outside and int he laundry because my mum doesnt want her in the house cuz she always goes psycho and knocks things over, she used to try and get in, but now she knows to stay there and not come in even if the door is open(unless shes hungry then she just follows til u feed her lol)

gl, hope it works =)

Answer 6

I think it's absolutely horrible that you are keeping this cat in a room. He might as well be taken to the shelter. Cats need room to play and explore..when I first brought my kitten home to our family I kept him in a room for a day unitl we got him to a vet(we have another cat and I didn't want to get him sick as well if the kitten had any problems). Anyways the kitten was trying so hard to leave the room, I couldn't imagine keeping him in there for a longer amount of time!

You should never have gotten a pet that needs room to explore and play/exercise...stick to fish and aquarium pets...give your kitty to a good home!

Shame on your mother for even letting you get a 4 legged pet!!!!