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Thanks for that Nina. I really hope she does/tries this. Will
keep you all posted.
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Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2006 12:05
PM
Subject: Re: o/t advice needed
<>Kerry,
However small B's, dwelling space is, she
should have a bathroom. Tell her to make it comfortable for Danny's in
there, (the suggestion of a piece of clothing belonging to his former mistress
as bedding is a very good one). Keep food and water down, (as far away
from the litter box as she can). If she can rig the "high walled" litter
box, he might prefer it. She needs to give him a space of his own until
he can adjust to his new circumstances. She should visit him in there,
but not be pushy with him. Just go in with a book and sit on the floor
and read near him. Talk softly and convince him that he is welcome and
that none of this is his fault. He'll be much more likely to use the
litterbox, (and get used to using the litter box) if he feels safe and it's
convenient. Not to mention, it will be the most desirable place for him
to go in a small space. Lastly, she should reassure "her" cat that this
will in no way infringe on how she treats or feels about him. When
things calm down, she should shut her cat in the bedroom and allow Danny,
under supervision to make excursions into the rest of her apt. He may
not want to venture out at first, that's okay, just leave the door open for
him and let him take his time. After a while, put Danny back in the
bathroom with a treat and cuddle time, (if he wants it), and release the other
cat. She can also switch Danny to the bedroom and allow her other cat to
explore Danny's bathroom, (when he's not in it). This way they can get
used to each other's scent's and territory. I understand that some
people think this sort of thing is a bother, but it's so much better than
having your apt sprayed with urine, or having to find another home for poor
Danny. It won't go on forever and she'll be doing everyone a tremendous
favor by letting them take things in their own time and pace. Wish her
luck from me and tell her thank you for taking Danny in.
I'll talk to
you soon about your hectic life!
Nina
> B already has one
cat that she's had for 15 years and she was quite concerned about how the two
would get along. B does not have the space to allow them to be introduced
slowly so they were basically thrown together, and now Danny is peeing and
spraying everywhere it seems. >
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