Episode Details

Bringing home a new cat and hoping your pets will just figure it out? That’s one of the fastest ways to create tension, hissing, and fights.
A lot of cat introductions fail before they even start, and a bad first impression can take weeks or months to undo.

In this episode, we walk through what your cats are reacting to, how to set up your home before they ever meet, and the step-by-step process for introducing them the right way. If you’ve been guessing, rushing, or hoping for the best, this will show you what actually works.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why “just let them work it out” almost always backfires
 • The biggest mistakes that lead to fighting, stress, and litter box issues
 • The exact step-by-step process to introduce cats without creating long-term tension

If you’re thinking about adding another cat or already dealing with cats that don’t get along, don’t skip ahead and be sure to listen to the whole episode. The later steps build on the earlier ones, and rushing is exactly what causes the problem in the first place😬!

If this episode helped you, send it to someone before they bring home a new cat and learn the hard way. 

Marilyn Krieger is a Certified Cat Behavior Consultant and author of Naughty No More!. She works with pet parents worldwide through The Cat Coach, helping them solve behavior issues using force-free methods, clicker training, and practical strategies.

Website: thecatcoach.com
Facebook: The Cat Coach

OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
 Naughty No More! (book)

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