How to Successfully Introduce a Kitten to Your Cats

Introducing a New Kitten to Resident Cats: A Step-by-Step Guide Pet owners often face the challenge of integrating a new kitten into a household with existing cats. A recent video by UK-based cat owner artymidnightandboo offers a detailed account of this process. The video shows how she successfully introduced her new kitten, Boo, to her two cats. "I would recommend having a settling-in room," says artymidnightandboo, describing the initial two-week separation. This allowed Boo to adjust to her new environment before introductions began. The owner also employed scent swapping, allowing the cats to familiarize themselves with each other's scents. The video then documents the gradual introduction process: initially through a crack in the door, then using screens to allow visual contact and supervised play sessions. The owner carefully monitored the cats' interactions, adjusting the level of interaction based on their comfort. "I was very much led by the cats and their comfort," explains artymidnightandboo. The video shows that while there were some initial hisses and swats, the cats eventually bonded, playing, grooming, and sleeping together. The use of a Feliway diffuser also helped ease tension. The video's success story offers valuable insights for pet owners hoping to create a harmonious multi-cat household. The careful, patient approach demonstrated is a testament to responsible pet ownership.