How To Introduce A Cat To A New Home

When you adopt a cat from the shelter, it can be hard to say goodbye to them. But at the same time, you’re excited to bring them home and introduce them to their new family. Whether you’re bringing home one cat or two, there are steps you can take before bringing your new feline friend into your home that will make the transition smoother for both of you:

You should have everything your cat needs before you bring them home from the shelter.

You should have everything your cat needs before you bring them home from the shelter. You can’t expect a new cat to walk around and make their own decisions when they’re being introduced to a new environment. A few things to get before bringing your new pet home:

Cat carrier;

Litter box;

Litter (the more clumping, the better);

Food and water bowls;

Treats (for training);

Scratching post (or multiple scratching posts);

Cat bed(s) for sleeping and hiding in if they want some alone time; Cat deodorizer or air freshener – this helps with odors after accidents happen! Toy deodorizer – this helps keep toys smelling fresh between washings by spraying directly on them before giving back to your kitty buddy!

Put a collar and ID tag on your cat and make sure your cat is microchipped.

A collar with an ID tag, especially one with a bell, can help get your kitty back if she gets away from you. Make sure the collar isn’t too tight or loose (you should be able to slide two fingers between the neck and the collar). You also want to make sure there’s a breakaway clasp so it doesn’t choke her if she catches it on something and tugs hard enough to break it off.

Once you get home, set up a small space for your cat to get used to its new surroundings.

Once you get home, set up a small space for your cat to get used to its new surroundings. Make sure there is a litter box, food and water, and that the place is comfortable for your cat to sleep and play.

When your cat seems ready, let them get used to the rest of the house at their own pace.

You might be tempted to let your cat explore the whole house right away and show them where the litter box is, but this can actually make things more difficult for you in the long run.

Cats are creatures of habit, and it’s important that you let them get used to their new home at their own pace. If they don’t feel comfortable or safe in any part of your house yet, then don’t force them into an uncomfortable situation by introducing new experiences too quickly!

If you’re concerned about your cat’s behavior (or lack thereof), try leaving a door open between two rooms so that they can venture from one space into another on their own terms. Once they seem comfortable going from room-to-room on their own two feet when there’s no threat present (and no predators), then it should be time for another step forward in getting acquainted with everything else around here!

Give them time with each human family member individually so they won’t be overwhelmed by too much attention.

Once you have welcomed your new cat into the house, it is important to give them time with each human family member individually so they won’t be overwhelmed by too much attention. This will allow them to get used to your scent and presence, which will make them feel more comfortable in your home.

It is also best if you let your cat explore the house on his own terms before introducing other pets or children into the environment. If it is safe for him/her then letting him/her explore on their own will help make them feel more at ease in the new environment.[2]

If you have any other pets at home already, don’t bring them into the house until after your new cat has become acclimated to his surroundings and feels comfortable with his new humans.[3]

Just like humans, cats need time to acclimate to new surroundings.

Cats are very sensitive animals, and they need time to adjust to any change in their environment. This is especially true when the cat has just been brought into a new home. Cats will start to feel more comfortable if they can get used to all of those changes in a gradual way.

If you have other pets, your cat should spend some time alone with them before being introduced to the rest of your household. This is so that he won’t be frightened by their presence when everyone else is there too! Also make sure that whoever keeps an eye on him at first isn’t too noisy or active around him–this could also frighten your new pet away from home!

Introducing a cat to a new home can be stressful for both the cat and the humans. You want the transition to go smoothly for everyone involved, but there’s no way to make it perfect without some trial and error. The important thing is that you stay patient, understanding and open-minded throughout this process—and don’t get frustrated if things don’t work out exactly as planned.

How To Introduce A Cat To A New Home