Shy or uncertain cat

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My cat emmet has always been reserved but not so much shy. Yet when we recently moved. It seems that he is terrified of other people, besides us,if we have company over he will hide untill he knows they are gone he wont eat or use the box. This happens even with people he knows well...any ideas...thanx
 

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Sierra is also often nervous around other people. I wonder if Emmet would also benefit from Feliway and Rescue Remedy? Maybe you could set up Emmet's room just for him when you have company with all of his favorite toys and of course his food, water and box.
 

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Bridget,

I split your reply off from the other thread so it wouldn't get buried. It sounds like Emmett just needs to adjust to the new place and hasn't had a chance to yet. Cats love routine, and when we disrupt their routine they may react differently. They may be unsure of their life now and be hiding to stay safe, he may just have a problem in adjusting in your time frame. I would look into the Bach Flower Essence of Walnut and try him on that. I would also start playing with him more with catnip toys and such. He will come back to normal soon, it will just take time.
 
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