I wanted to adopt a second cat to give some company to my 3.5yo female cat. Ten days ago, I adopted a 3yo male cat. He is the sweetest and had no problem warming up to me or walking around my apt when I let him.
My female cat is not happy. The cats haven't seen each other yet (maybe thought the gap under the door), but they can hear and smell each other. She is constantly hissing and growling at the door where he is. Today she attacked the door and really scared him. I have two feliway plugs running, but they don't seem to affect her.
I read that the process can last different lengths of times depending on the cats. So far, 10 days with almost no changes from my female cat is really discouraging. I have tried feeding her close to the door to the bathroom where he is, but she won't touch the food. I decided to start using the "scented plate" technique and see what happens.
I really don't know what to do and need some encouragement and advice to make this introduction smooth and successful, without going crazy. Thx in advance for your help.
My female cat is not happy. The cats haven't seen each other yet (maybe thought the gap under the door), but they can hear and smell each other. She is constantly hissing and growling at the door where he is. Today she attacked the door and really scared him. I have two feliway plugs running, but they don't seem to affect her.
I read that the process can last different lengths of times depending on the cats. So far, 10 days with almost no changes from my female cat is really discouraging. I have tried feeding her close to the door to the bathroom where he is, but she won't touch the food. I decided to start using the "scented plate" technique and see what happens.
I really don't know what to do and need some encouragement and advice to make this introduction smooth and successful, without going crazy. Thx in advance for your help.