My cat is hiding from the new kitten. How do I help her adjust?

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I have a 18 year old cat with health issues. Last Nov a kitten came to live with us. The 2 of them get along. The kitten who is 1yr likes to play more than the older cat. So, 2 days ago I got another kitten who is 6 to 12 months. My 18 year old cat is fine with her. My 1 year old cat hides. She has always been very skidish so, thought if she had a cat her age to play with she would become more out going. I travel 4 days for business. I have a sitter come twice a day. Any advice will be helpful. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 1 year old | 5 lbs

Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

Give them time--sometimes it takes cats weeks/months to become comfortable enough to play together. As long as your original young cat has a place to hide and be comfortable away from the new cat, she should become less skittish with time. I would make sure all three cats have their own litter boxes and their own hiding places/cat beds in order to have their own space and alone-time. Try catnip with all three cats, and Feliway cat pheromone spray in all the rooms. These techniques can help fearful cats to become more confident. Hope that helps!

My cat is hiding from the new kitten. How do I help her adjust?

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