New Kitten Freaking Out

[PsychoKitties]

I just adopted a kitty, and I live in a studio apartment, so the only choice I've had is to lock her in the bathroom with her stuff while my other cat is out in the rest of the apartment. They both can see/smell each other under the door, and they seem to be friendly towards each other and even playful. Do you think it's safe to let the new kitty out? She's kind of freaking out alone in the bathroom (my girlfriend and I are taking turns going in there and petting her, but we're thinking it may be better just to let them meet). Thoughts?

 

[Furballsmom]

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[Mamanyt1953]

Before you do that, spend a day or so site-swapping. Put your older cat in the bathroom while allowing the kitten to roam. This will get BOTH cats' scents all over the home, the territory will feel more "shared" to them, and the eventual meeting will go a bit smoother.

 

[susanm9006]

Some cats are more accepting of newcomers than others. You could try putting the kitten in her carrier and bringing her out so they can both see one another to see what reaction you get.

 

[PsychoKitties]

I really had a gut feeling that they were ready to meet, and I was right! The new kitten was SO much more relaxed once we let her out of the bathroom. She's now laying on my bed with my girlfriend, my other cat and I

 

[susanm9006]

That is awesome. I had one set of cats where they loved each other the second they met, zero introduction time was needed. But it doesn’t usually happen that way so slow intros are advised. There still may be some hissing or even slapping as they get to learn about one another but they will probably be best buddies anyway.

 

[PsychoKitties]

That is awesome. I had one set of cats where they loved each other the second they met, zero introduction time was needed. But it doesn’t usually happen that way so slow intros are advised. There still may be some hissing or even slapping as they get to learn about one another but they will probably be best buddies anyway.

Yup, still a little hissing on the part of the new kitten, but I'm sure that will wear off soon

 

[Mamanyt1953]

YES! YOU'VE GOT THIS! There may be a hiss or two here or there, but that's just a discussion, and perfectly normal, even in cats who know each other and get along quite well!

 

[PsychoKitties]

I think it's pretty safe to say that things worked out

 

[Tik cat's mum]

This is awesome I love a happy stories How cute is that boop snoop love it

 

[Mamanyt1953]

And we have our happy ending! I love those!