Okay, I know I should've known better, BUT, I brought home a stray kitten last night. He looks to be about 7 weeks old, with siamese coloring. He was very sweet and cuddly until he saw my dog. This kitty freaked out and bit me while trying to get away from the dog (I was holding Kitty at the time).
Also, he tends to hide under furniture and hiss or growl if anyone comes near him. Once we get him out (using food), he is sweet and cuddly with us.
I understand kitty is scared, and it will take a while for him to adjust to his new environment. However, I need to know how we should go about dealing with his scared behavior. Do we let him hide and decide when he's coming out, or do we make him come out and socialize?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
OH--and he does come out to eat, when no one's around. Also, I've already been seen by the doctor for the cat bite. And he's going to get his vaccinations tomorrow.
Thanks!!
Snarky
Also, he tends to hide under furniture and hiss or growl if anyone comes near him. Once we get him out (using food), he is sweet and cuddly with us.
I understand kitty is scared, and it will take a while for him to adjust to his new environment. However, I need to know how we should go about dealing with his scared behavior. Do we let him hide and decide when he's coming out, or do we make him come out and socialize?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
OH--and he does come out to eat, when no one's around. Also, I've already been seen by the doctor for the cat bite. And he's going to get his vaccinations tomorrow.
Thanks!!
Snarky