As you may know we just took in a cat last Friday. Of course its upset our current cats and there has been nothing but hissings and growls at the new cat.
We've been using positive reinforcement when our cats do walk by Whitey without stopping to hiss or do anything.
However, even though we REALLY like Whitey, we're concerned that maybe a 4th cat is just too many for our 3 girls. It would be heartbreaking for us if we did have to give up Whitey, as he's basically the coolest cat we've ever met. Very playful, even tempured (has not hissed ONCE at our cats) and very social.
However my question really is how long do we give our girls a chance to adjust? Is a week too short? Would a month be too long and overstressful? I am crossing my fingers that thing do get a little more calm. Plus like I said, it would be a difficult decision and I'm hoping that it doesn't have to come to it.
Thanks!
We've been using positive reinforcement when our cats do walk by Whitey without stopping to hiss or do anything.
However, even though we REALLY like Whitey, we're concerned that maybe a 4th cat is just too many for our 3 girls. It would be heartbreaking for us if we did have to give up Whitey, as he's basically the coolest cat we've ever met. Very playful, even tempured (has not hissed ONCE at our cats) and very social.
However my question really is how long do we give our girls a chance to adjust? Is a week too short? Would a month be too long and overstressful? I am crossing my fingers that thing do get a little more calm. Plus like I said, it would be a difficult decision and I'm hoping that it doesn't have to come to it.
Thanks!