Cats, as part of our family, have won us love for their unique personality and elegant appearance. However, when you bring a new cat home, you may encounter some problems, such as calling all night, not eating, etc. These problems not only bother you, but may also disturb your cat. So, how should we deal with these problems? Let’s discuss five details that cats should pay attention to when they first arrive home.
1. Prepare a familiar environment
Before you take the cat home, you can get some things that it has used from the cat's original owner or place of residence, such as its favorite toys, used cat litter, etc. Putting these items in your cat’s new home can help it adapt to the new environment faster and find a familiar feeling. If you are a kitten, you should prepare a quiet and comfortable space for the cat, which can be a room or a cage, so that the cat can have enough time to be alone.
2. Give enough time
Cats may show tension and anxiety when they first arrive at their new home, which is normal because they need time to adapt to the new environment. Don't rush to interact with your cat or force it to do anything, give it plenty of time to explore its surroundings and gradually adapt to a new lifestyle.
3. Avoid excessive attention
Although cats need to adapt to it just when they arrive at their new home, too much attention may make it feel more stressed. Try to avoid staring at the cat all the time, or interacting with it too much. Giving the cat time to be alone will help it better adapt to the new environment.
IV. Pay attention to the supply of food and water
Although cats may lose appetite when they first arrive at their new home, it is still very important to ensure adequate food and water. You can place your cat's food where it can see it, but don't force it to eat. At the same time, make sure to provide fresh drinking water so that cats can access it at any time.
5. Observe the cat's physical condition. In addition to observing the cat's diet and behavior, you should also pay attention to its physical condition. If the cat experiences continuous abnormal behaviors, such as vomiting, diarrhea, fever, etc., seek medical treatment in time.
Summary: When we take a new cat home, we need to give it enough time to adapt to the new environment. During this time, pay attention to observing the cat's behavior and physical condition. Through the attention of the above five details, we can help cats adapt better to their new homes and establish a good human-cat relationship. Remember, patience and understanding are the key to getting your cat to adapt to your new home smoothly.