This is understandably disappointing! Especially if you have adopted a new cat to keep your old cat company. However, by adopting another cats you have forced your cat to share his territory and resources (food, water, litter tray, sleeping areas…) with the other cat. This often proves highly stressful and the resulting stress can take a number of different forms, some so subtle that you may not notice them.
- The cats may act as if they are living apart. There is no interaction between them and they ignore each others presence.
- One cat may be see to 'bully' the other, i.e. blocking access to litter tray, food or water.
- The cats may show aggressive behaviour toward each other.
In all cases, the situation is very stressful for all the cats involved.
Feliway® can help reduce your cat's stress levels and help them tolerate each others presence in your home.
More information about helping cats live together
More information about how Feliway® can help cats living in a mult-cat household