Make your home welcoming for your shy cat. Provide a safe space with a comfy bed, toys, and a soft blanket for comfort. Give her time to adjust to new surroundings and be patient with her shyness.
Find a vet, schedule checkup & vaccines, get a microchip for your cat. Keep microchip number & photo in case of escape. Be prepared.
Introduce new cat to other pets gradually: separate rooms, scent swapping, supervised visits. Observe body language for safety.
Cater to your cat's litter preferences: try different styles, keep boxes clean, and place them in quiet areas.
Protect your cat from toxic foods and plants. Secure harmful items like cleaning products.
Prevent dog access to cat food by using an elevated bowl attached to a window.
Create an engaging indoor environment for your cat with condos, window perches, toys, and bird feeders for entertainment.
Provide scratching posts to fulfill your cat's natural need to scratch, preventing damage to furniture and promoting their well-being.
Create a safe outdoor experience for your cat with an enclosed space or leash training, allowing supervised outdoor adventures.
Engage in interactive play and clicker training to stimulate your cat's mind, strengthen the bond, and enhance socialization skills.