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03/07/2026

🐾 How to Introduce a New Kitten to an Adult Resident Cat

Bringing home a new kitten? 😻
Don’t just “put them together and hope for the best.”

Cats are territorial. Slow, structured introductions prevent fear, aggression, and long-term stress.

Here’s the SAFE way to do it 👇

🏠 Stage 1 - Separate & Prepare (Days 1-3)

✔️ Set up a kitten-safe room
✔️ Provide litter, food, water, toys, bed
✔️ Keep resident cat OUT

This prevents territorial panic and gives your kitten time to decompress 🧸

👃 Stage 2 - Scent Swap (Days 2-5)

Cats recognize family by SMELL - not sight.

✔️ Swap bedding daily
✔️ Let them sniff each other under the door
✔️ Use treats + calm praise
✔️ Consider pheromone diffuser (Feliway)

No growling? No stress? Good sign. 👌

🍽 Stage 3 - Feed on Both Sides of the Door

✔️ Place food bowls near the closed door
✔️ Feed at the same time
✔️ Gradually move bowls closer

Food = positive association 🍗
We want: “That smell means something good!”

👀 Stage 4 - Visual Introduction

✔️ Use a baby gate or cracked door
✔️ Keep sessions short & calm
✔️ Reward relaxed behavior

Watch body language:
😺 Slow blinks = relaxed
🐾 Curious sniffing = good
⚠️ Flat ears / tail puffed = too fast

🤝 Stage 5 - Supervised Meetings

✔️ Short sessions (5-10 minutes)
✔️ Distract with toys
✔️ End on a positive note

If hissing happens - don’t panic.
It’s communication, not failure.

But no chasing, no forced contact, no yelling 🚫

🏡 Stage 6 - Gradual Freedom

When both cats:
✔️ Eat near each other
✔️ Play calmly
✔️ Ignore each other peacefully

You’re on the right track 🎉

Always provide:
🧼 Multiple litter boxes (n+1 rule)
🥣 Separate feeding stations
🧗 Vertical spaces (cat trees, shelves)
🛏 Safe hideouts

⚠️ Important Reminders

❌ Never force face-to-face meetings
❌ Never punish hissing
❌ Never rush the process

⏳ Most introductions take 7-14 days… sometimes longer.
Slow = success.

💬 Remember:
The goal isn’t instant friendship.
The goal is peaceful coexistence first.
Bonding comes later. ❤️

© Cat Experts -2025-2026 All Rights Reserved

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03/05/2026

Stray cat found on Dyson Rd in Mocksville. Owner should contact the officer on call or come to the shelter during business hours with proof of ownership and I.D. as well as proof of rabies vaccination or 5$ cash for the vaccine.

02/21/2026

🐾🎉 ADOPTION EVENT THIS SATURDAY! 🎉🐾

Join the Humane Society of Davie County this Saturday, February 21st from 10AM–2PM at

📍 Tractor Supply Co. - Mocksville

We’ll have adorable, adoptable cats and a dog or two looking for their forever homes. 💙 Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to stop by and meet some sweet faces, we’d love to see you!

✨ Meet our available animals
✨ Learn about fostering & volunteering
✨ Support local rescue efforts
✨ Shop local while you’re there!

Every adoption makes space for another life to be saved. If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry family member, this could be your perfect match moment. 🐶🐱

👉 You can also apply ahead of time at hsdavie.org/adopt and we’ll schedule a meet & greet at the event!

Please share to help us spread the word — your share could lead to a forever home! 💕

🏡🐈❤️

02/19/2026

Absolutely amazing 😍

02/16/2026

The Hocus Pocus Litter made it safely on Thursday to Maryland Humane Society and we're accepted. Pray they get adopted quickly and find wonderful furever homes.

02/14/2026

We hope you have a purrfect day CAM FAM! 💜

*BoCa pics and new video on the way 😉

02/11/2026

I have to have them at the office by 4pm today for transport in the wee hours of the morning tomorrow. If you are wanting any of these loving and playful kittens get your application in now to have them held back. You do not have to adopt or take possession today. Just get that app in at hsdavie.org!

Wednesday afternoon the Hocus Pocus Litter will be added to Thursday morning's transport to MD. If any one is interested in adopting any of these wonderfully sweet kittens you need to get your application in asap at hsdavie.org.