Hi Housemate!!!

I did share my joy about having Amarise in the house right? How is she now? How about Mr Macho Chika and Ms.Fatty Choco’s reaction? Some of my friends did ask me how did I introduce my new cat to my two monsters. I did some research and wandering around with other cat-lover for tips and advise before I introduce Amarise in the house. OH MY before I forgot!! If you are staying with your housemate or family, PLEASE SEEK FOR THEIR PERMISSION FIRST!!

Some of my cat-lover friend’s advise is to cage a new cat in a separate room for several days until they can get used to each other's scents. But some have a view that keeping a new cat separated from the others can actually increase their anxiety as they wonder about the "enemy" on the other side of the door. Mixing them will go more smoothly if you're relaxed and feel confident that the new cat will fit in beautifully with you and your fur-family.

This is what I did.

First, I prepared a new litter box, toys, cat bed and food bowl for Amarise not to forget some treats (you may ask your previous cat's owner or breeder on what is their favorite treat).  Then I cleaned my cage to remove all scent of my two monsters and thanks to Joey to find me few boxes to make Amarise feel more privacy. The reason I separated them is to reduced stress and avoid transmission of any unwanted skin problem or disease (if any).

Second, I set up my working-room into "safe room" for the new cat. Make sure all ventilation and light is enough for the new cat. Remove any poisonous or dangerous items from the room.When you arrive at home with your new cat, put it, in its carrier, down on the floor so it and the original cats can get a look at each other and pick up each other's scents.

Set the new cat up in its safe room. Close the door and give the cat some time to get used to its new surroundings. I keep the room in dark and thanks to Joey for sit and talk to Amarise to make sure she felt comfy. Next day, I open the safe room door and let the Amarise, Chika and Choco do their part. Relax and monitor them closely. Don't force them together or try to separate them when they meet. They'll do that when it's ready. And don't worry if they hiss at each other. That's normal. For Chika and Choco, they love to feel special. I feed them first! If you have original cat resident.. Make them special. Feed them before you feed the new cat and give them extra attention.

Note: Be patient. It could take several weeks for the new cat to feel comfortable in your home and become friends with the other cat