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How to introduce your baby to a kitten or adult cat

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Welcome to episode eight of our Paw Perfect Introduction podcast [1] series. This short episode is all about how to successfully introduce your baby to a kitten or adult cat.

Bringing home a new baby is exciting and a huge adjustment for new parents. Think carefully before taking on a kitten or adult cat at the same time. Renowned animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti, Pet Problem Solved [2] says it can be done but it won’t be easy!

Dr Jo knows all about babies, dogs and cats. She has introduced four cats, a dog, and chickens to her own family, not to mention a husband and three sons.

In this podcast, Dr Jo simply explains how you can make a ‘paw perfect’ introduction between your baby and a new kitten or adult cat. Listen now to the podcast or download the transcription for some great tips to ensure a smooth as possible introduction.

HOW TO INTRODUCE YOUR BABY TO A KITTEN OR ADULT CAT

by Cathy Beer | Paw Perfect Introductions Podcast

https://pets4life.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Episode-eight-Paw-Perfect-Introductions-podcast.mp3 [3]

HOW TO INTRODUCE YOUR BABY TO A KITTEN OR ADULT CAT PODCAST KEY POINTS

  • Make sure your home is set up for the cat
  • Keep the cat inside for a while (if she is going to be an outside cat) to get used to you and your home
  • Supervise interaction between your baby or young child and the kitten or adult cat!
  • Give the cat plenty of spots high up such as shelves and window sills to escape and snooze
  • Spend time entertaining your kitten, they just want to play and involve your young child under supervision
  • Show your young child how to stroke a cat

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