Why is my cat distant after getting a new kitten? Will he change back?

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I have a 1 year old cat named Meepo. He had the rule of the roost with the apartment and was always SUPER lovey dovey and clingy. That is until a few weeks after we moved. We brought home a kitten to give him a buddy cause he seemed lonely at times. (Prior to our move he lived with my roommate’s cat who was his litter sister.) But since we brought the kitten home, he has seemed distant and not so clingy or all lovey. Will he get over this or is his personality changed for good? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 9.7 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Cats in general are hard to introduce to each other - they don't generally get along, especially at first. Number one, you may want to consider having Meepo [neutered](https://www.petcoach.co/article/benefits-of-neutering-castrating-male-cats-kittens). That usually lessens the aggression/moodiness and makes them more mellow. Number two, I suggest you get some [Feliway diffusers](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/feliway-30-day-multicat-diffuser-plug-in-starter-kit) for the house. These often work wonders. I don't think his personality will be permanently changed. Finally, in the future, be sure to [introduce new cats](https://www.petcoach.co/article/bringing-home-a-new-cat-or-kitten/) to each other very gradually. This will minimize tension. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Why is my cat distant after getting a new kitten? Will he change back?

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