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Adopting Adult Cats

Adopting Adult Cats
 

Bringing an adult cat into your home can be rewarding. Most adult cats, though still playful, have surpassed the rambunctious kitten phase. Many are already litter trained and have interacted with people. But adult cats can also be very sensitive, and may need time and patience to adjust to your home and routine. From proper nutrition to gaining her trust, these articles will help you create a happy, healthy, safe life for your new cat.

A New Adventure

You’re On The Threshold of a new and rewarding experience! You’ve added a cat to your family!

Adoption of a Cat

When Connie’s uncle moved to a retirement home, he asked Connie if Tiger, his 5-year-old tabby cat, could live with her...

Caring For Your Older Cat

Maturing or Aging/The Middle Years/The Later Stages

Feeding Your Adult Cat

Dinner Time Routine/People Food/Don’t Forget the Water!

Feeding Your Cat

Proper nutrition is essential for your cat’s overall health.

Feeding Your Senior Cat

As cats grow older, their dietary needs change. Older pets are often more finicky about what they'll eat...

Grooming

Grooming should be an essential part of your cat’s life.

Socialization

Cats like stability so an environmental or social change may have a pronounced effect on their behavior. Your cat will adapt, but it may take some time...

Tips on Helping an Adopted Cat Adjust

Get to Know The Cat/Don’t Push Too Fast/Gradually Allow the Cat Access to Your Home/Establish Routines

Travel

If you are planning to include your cat in your travel plans, get her used to riding in the car.

Welcome Home

Kittens and cats are lively and curious, which can lead them into serious trouble unless you take preventative measures.

Your Older Cat

Your cat is an important part of your life...

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