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I need help I've tried to find homes for 6 cats. I've sent 4 out ,,4 come back,,I truly believe these people don't know much about cats.My problem is the new cats have been living in the entrance way for about a year come April 8,with their Mom and 5 babies.I rescued Mama and she gives me 5 babies.They are very easy temperament to me purr up a storm,,I want to bring them into the house,but worried about the all ready existing 3 grown cats I had adopted from a shelter 3 yrs. ago.I really want them to get along and live in the house.My husband said to let them back out to the wild where she came from,but I know they will kill my birds,and other wild life and I don't want that.One cat has a habit of slipping into the foyer,and cowls when the minpin comes near him,he shows no aggression towards the dog.And the others have become curious about what is behind the door where the food comes from.Please help,,I love them all and don't want them to be hurt or die.
Hi Peggy,
Are the babies still young? If they are then it shouldn't be too hard to bring them in. Set up a room for Mom and her brood. Then follow a cat intro protocol such as this, http://www.catcenter.org/Documents/11_cat_to_cat_relationships/pdf%201102%20sfsp...
Let the kittens do their thing. Older cats pretty much don't pay attention to kittens unless they need to be disciplined. You might want to get some Feliway comfort zone. This mimics a cat's happy pheromones. It can calm everybody done and make the intros go smoother. Good luck.
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
Karen Craft
Expertise
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!
Experience
I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care.
Some thoughts to carry with you.
A Cat's 10 Commandments
My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you.
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you.
If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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