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No. Since the first escape incident and fight, we started introductions all the way over. Starting with feeding without visualization. Then after we were doing that okay, we introduced sight. Then, I'll have 4 feedings in a row (site visualization) and on the 5th she'll start hissing and...

So after a couple days of assessment, and in the same scenario she decides to start growling and spitting at him through the gate, instead of watching quietly like she had been. Has her assessment been made? Maybe I'm too in the thick of it right now but I honestly can't imagine having feedings...

Thanks for your input. I do appreciate it. Just to clarify- we would not rehome the resident cat- she's been with us for 6 years and is the one that is highly territorial. The new adopted cat is very friendly with others. In fact, the foster home he came from urged us to allow him to see our...

I think it's a given that it all feels unfair to our resident cat. Seeing her fighting stance and the stress rippling through her body is very concerning. I'm prioritizing her in making decisions as to whether S should stay with us. And I've read so many articles my eyes could fall out, but...

Hi everyone- Emotionally, I'm at my wits end so any expertise is very, very appreciated. I'm trying to decide if it's best to reach back out to the rescue and foster him until a better suited family can apply. This is extremely heartbreaking and I haven't cried this much in a very long time-...