I am the mommy of a 3 yr old DSH Tuxedo kitty named Oliver. I've had him since he was 4 wks old (the shelter lied and told us he was 8 weeks when we got him!!) and he's very attached to his mommy (or at least I like to think so!)
Next wednesday we are bringing home a new friend for him, a DSH/Persian Tuxedo female who's around 10 months old. A friend found her huddled behind a dumpster in the middle of a Chicago snowstorm!
They're both fully vetted and fixed, and in good health. I plan on following the introduction plan that's been laid out on this website, but figured I would ask you all for advice, and to share stories of your cat to cat introductions.
Our vet says we've made a good match since she is female and young there won't be as much competition---but since Olly's been an only cat and the center of the universe for so long, I'm afraid it might take him awhile to adjust. We're hoping they'll grow to be friends---Oliver is still very playful at 3 and I don't always have time to roll around on the floor with him when he wants to!!
Any advice would be appreciated!
Next wednesday we are bringing home a new friend for him, a DSH/Persian Tuxedo female who's around 10 months old. A friend found her huddled behind a dumpster in the middle of a Chicago snowstorm!
They're both fully vetted and fixed, and in good health. I plan on following the introduction plan that's been laid out on this website, but figured I would ask you all for advice, and to share stories of your cat to cat introductions.
Our vet says we've made a good match since she is female and young there won't be as much competition---but since Olly's been an only cat and the center of the universe for so long, I'm afraid it might take him awhile to adjust. We're hoping they'll grow to be friends---Oliver is still very playful at 3 and I don't always have time to roll around on the floor with him when he wants to!!
Any advice would be appreciated!