How to introduce a new female kitten to my domesticated grown up male cat?

Question

What about the litter tray and food tray? Do I have to get a second set? Thanks!

Answer 1

It shouldn't be too difficult because you're introducing a female to a male and they, obviously, are very compatible and won't challenge each other for mating or territory privileges.

However, many shelters and people who foster cats use a product called Feliway.  It helps them adjust to new situations and take everything in stride.

As far as litter boxes, if you have 2 cats you'll need 3 boxes.  Food dishes can be shared, but you'll have to keep an eye on them to make sure they're sharing okay.

Hopefully, you've neutered your male cat already and plan to spay your girl kitty.  With a little bit of planning and patience, everything should go smoothly.

Good luck and congratulations on your new kitty.

Answer 2

Hi there, to be honest, speaking from experience, for the first few nights do not leave them alone together and since your domesticated cat will be very dominant, gradually introduce her smell into the home by letting him smell her bedding, but do not let them eat together at first as your male may not take kindly to sharing at first.

If your male is neutered, i assure you after a little time, they will become like older brother and sister. Hope this helps.

Good Luck.

Answer 3

yes get the new kitten her own food dishes and toys, then just leave them to sort things out for themselves,, i have 5 cats all coming into my house at different times,but only one is the boss of them all,

Answer 4

this link fully explains how to introduce 2 kitties

http://www.gomestic.com/Pets/Introducing...

yes on the litter.. and maybe on the food - depends on the age..(different ages need different foods)

see the link

the link also talks about feeding and litter.

Answer 5

The best thing to do is to set up a room or part of the house for the new kitten so that it has time to get used to just that little area, with water, food and litter all close at hand.  Take time to visit with your kitten but don't mess too much with how you treat your existing adult male cat.  At first he might well hiss at the door, but after a little time he'll just sniff and want to investigate - the same goes for the kitten. Once this point is reached slowly introduce them, just an hour or so here or there, increasing it each time until they are settled together.  As for litter boxes, you should have at least one for each cat - it saves them getting territorial or stressed.  The same goes for food bowls as you'll need to feed the kitten different food until it's full grown anyway.  They can share water bowls or fountains though without much chance of an upset! :)