I have a few concerns regarding my 8 year old cat Emily, and her 4 month old kitten Magoo. I'd say about a month ago, Magoo was taken from us and he was found at the local Walgreens last night by my neighbor. Well, since Magoo has been back, Emily has been acting pretty strange. I know she's more than likely jealous because everyone's been so swoony about the fact that Magoo is back. I spend a lot of time with Emily, we sit and watch tv together, sit at the computer together, etc. I try to show her as much affection as I possibly can. She enjoys the attention none the less, but it doesn't seem to be sufficient. She claws the furniture, bites your hand/feet, only allows you to pet her when she wants although she may be rubbing against you hinting that she wants you to touch her. She talks constantly (and yes, I talk back). But I'm not sure what I can do for her to let her know that she's just as important to us as Magoo is.
Magoo is care-free. He trys to socialize with Emily, but she swats at his face, hisses, all sorts of negative actions. Magoo sleeps most of the day, so he doesn't actually bother her 24/7. As we speak, he's curled up on the couch and Emily is roaming the house trying to find her next "deed". I also want to know if even though Magoo was gone for a month, do they still know that they are mother/kitten? I'm not sure what Magoo has gone through during his absence (thats why I have an appointment for him to see the vet), but he's healthy as far as I can see. But what can I do to ease the tension between the two cats? They eat out of separate dishes, sleep in different areas of the house. I know it takes time, as I have read other posts members have written. I guess I'm more concerned with Emily, than Magoo, being as she's the one whos having behavoir problems. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
Magoo is care-free. He trys to socialize with Emily, but she swats at his face, hisses, all sorts of negative actions. Magoo sleeps most of the day, so he doesn't actually bother her 24/7. As we speak, he's curled up on the couch and Emily is roaming the house trying to find her next "deed". I also want to know if even though Magoo was gone for a month, do they still know that they are mother/kitten? I'm not sure what Magoo has gone through during his absence (thats why I have an appointment for him to see the vet), but he's healthy as far as I can see. But what can I do to ease the tension between the two cats? They eat out of separate dishes, sleep in different areas of the house. I know it takes time, as I have read other posts members have written. I guess I'm more concerned with Emily, than Magoo, being as she's the one whos having behavoir problems. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!