Introducing a New CatIn introducing a new cat, I always say two cats are better than one, and I myself live in a multi-cat home. Caring for two cats is just as easy as caring for one. They will entertain and play with each other and most of all, keep each other company. If you have not gotten your Siamese yet, and are planning to get a kitten, get two. They will grow up and become best friends.
If you have one kitty and would like to adopt another that is great. It is best to adopt one that is younger, smaller, and the opposite sex of the one you have. Your older larger cat will be more accepting of a kitty that is less intimidating. I have brought in kittens and older cats into my house. I had three cats, two females and one male, when I adopted (or rather he showed up at my door step) my largest male cat “The General” into my home. He is a very large beautiful orange tabby. I had him checked out by the vet first before I brought him in and afterwards everything went very smooth. They all adapted well. Remember that cats are very territorial, and at first it seems like you really turn their world upside down. They are creatures of habit and do not like change. But cats are so smart and adaptable and it will work out. In the article
“Introducing a New Cat”
there is a step by step process in introducing a new cat to your home. There are related articles at the bottom of the page about multi-cat homes, and introducing a dog to your cat. Along with my four cats I also adopted a dog; he is so sweet and co-exists great with the cats.
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