Cats and, to a quite similar extent, dogs behave so much like young children in the early stages of their lives. And one of the things both kids and parents quickly learn is that "two's company, but three's a crowd."
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Bringing a third cat into the domain of two who have negotiated an uneasy sharing of territory over the years requires some tricky planning. Sometimes, though, there just isn't time for careful preparation, only for smart thinking. Following are the basics for safely introducing a new cat into a multi-cat home, even for an emergency or rescue situation.
How to Bring in Cat Number Three:
Introducing a third cat into a household is rarely without problems. Sometimes, issues of jealousy and irritability arise after several weeks. Perhaps a cat's patience wears thin, or she gets tired of being "such a good girl" for Mom.
However, most disputes should be minimal, if the humans are giving attention to the old-timers, and watching for signs of stress and/or depression on all sides. These may be obvious, as with swearing, growling, swatting with claws outstretched, hiding, or even curling up on the litter tray. On the other hand, signs may include flattened ears, nervous licking, a change in appetite, or frequent vomiting. If unusual behaviors persist, you may need to have the cat checked out by a veterinarian.
The bottom line is never push a cat beyond what its nervous system can stand. And never force the newcomer into the circle of acceptance. It simply won't work. Let the cats adjust at their own pace, and eventually, most days will be calm enough that everyone will be relaxed and happy. It's 7:00 a.m. Race you to the Bird Feeder TV Channel!
© 2006 Shirley Ann Parker
Most cat pet owners like to give cats the food that is recommended by vets and health experts, basically food that can be bought from supermarkets with pictures of carts on them. These foods while giving your cat a complete diet do not provide enough variation and flavour. The cat may be deprived of IIM Ahmedabad some juicy and tasty meals if all it gets is those dry food packets.
Cats really like raw and smoked fish, they can smell them a long distance away. I have given smoked fish to my cat tons of times and she loves it. It really surprises me how much more food my cat eats when its not the food that is made for cats only.
Cooked meat is also another tasty alternative. Chicken especially is what cats love when its cooked. If you do, however, decide to give cooked meat or fish then do not just simply leave it in the bowl as flies will soon start finding their way near the food and possibly giving your cat health problems. Covering up the food with a small plate usually does the trick.
It has to be said that conventional cat food that can be bough in a supermarket is usually cheaper than feeding them cooked meat and much more easy as no preparation is required. You also have to take into consideration that some cats are more picky than others and who knows what kind of stuff they come across in their travels outside. It is not uncommon for cats to catch and eat birds such as robins and so on.