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Bringing a new cat home - advice appreciated

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JengaNonConfirming · 30/07/2021 06:53

We're off to meet a 3 year male cat tomorrow, with the view to bringing him home if all goes well. The we are me, my partner and DD 21. I'm hoping that we've purchased everything we need to prove ourselves worthy of slave status 😁

The boy in question is black, fluffy, big and incredibly handsome!! Whilst my partner grew up around cats and has had them as an adult (but quite a few years ago), I've only ever had dogs. I have fussed friends cats and cat sat, but that's the extent of my knowledge.

Cat was bullied in his original hame, by other cats. Current owner took him in, neutered him and has got him back in top condition and given him a loving home. Unfortunately their other cat does not like him, so the decision has been made to rehome him, so that he can be a solo cat and live a happy, unbullied life.

So, to the advice - please can anyone share any hints or tips for settling him in? From my reading up on here, I think it's best to put his carrier in a quiet corner and let him come out at his own pace. I'm assuming we just leave him be and let him come to us as and when he's ready? I think there are plenty of corners he can hide away in and we have his favourite treats ready.

As we'll be his third home, I know he's likely to be very unsettled and want to make it as stressfree as possible for him. Thanks in advance for any help and I will of course post photos when he's home.

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JengaNonConfirming · 01/08/2021 15:03

Ooh @Mumdiva99, I hope having Loki leads to better sleep for me 😀

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Staywithmemyblood · 01/08/2021 15:18

Aww, he sounds lovely @JengaNonConfirming 😻 and you sound like you’re already a perfect cat slave!

We’ve had our rescue cat 7 years now, but clearly remember how exciting it was seeing her settle in and gain confidence in her new home ☺️

Best of luck, and look forward to seeing the photos once he’s settled 😻

ShadowInVain · 01/08/2021 15:19

It sounds as Loki is settling in really well. Great to hear he is eating and toileting already.

JengaNonConfirming · 01/08/2021 15:36

@Staywithmemyblood, it is very exciting and I bet is was lovely to see your girl settle in and become part of the family 😍

@ShadowInVain, I'm not sure I've ever been so pleased to find a pooh 😊 I keep reassuring my partner that he will come out (when he's ready), as he won't live behind a sofa for the next 12 years 😂

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ShadowInVain · 01/08/2021 15:52

Ha ha, yes. It took my last rescue boy several days and I remember the delight the morning I found an absolutely enormous poo sitting in his tray.

It was at least another week before he properly emerged when we were about (though I'd hear him leaping around at night when he was on his own) but after that there was no stopping him. He loves a cuddle now.

JengaNonConfirming · 01/08/2021 18:42

@ShadowInVain, I can't wait for a cuddle with him. He has the sweetest little face and chin 😍
We've come out to watch TV in the man cave (massive shed) so that Loki can have the opportunity to stretch his legs/eat/ poop/do whatever he fancies......if he fancies!

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JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 18:28

He came out, I've cuddled him and told him he's a handsome boy!! He kneeded me and purred lots and snuggled up next to me 😍Then my partner came home and now Loki is hiding at the bottom of the cat tree 😂

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ShadowInVain · 02/08/2021 18:32

That's great news! Loki will come round to your partner soon enough - it's probably because you've been around him a bit more, he's trusted you sooner.

JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 18:43

He's been out again and had fuss from us both 😍 I'm so cuffed 😁

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ShadowInVain · 02/08/2021 18:49

He's bonded with you now - your future of cat-snuggles awaits!

Ludo19 · 02/08/2021 18:55

Late arriver but congratulations on Loki, he sounds very handsome and a wee cuddle bug! Lucky you, being a cat slave is so rewarding x

JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 19:09

He's currently chowing down his food! He came out from behind the TV when I called him 😍 more fluffy snuggles - I'm besotted 😊

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JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 19:11

I've not managed one of his face yet, but here is Loki.....

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coastergirl · 02/08/2021 19:17

He looks enormous! Beautiful boy. So pleased for you that he's been out for snuggles x

ShadowInVain · 02/08/2021 19:23

He looks just like my big black cuddle-monster! If his personality is similar, he'll be the most loyal, loving cat you could imagine. Sometimes I think mine must be half dog, he's so loyal and unusually tolerant of toe-tickling, tummy-rubbing etc.

JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 19:38

Thanks @coastergirl. He is very friendly and cuddly. He seems quite long, fluffy and skinny - although he's getting through the Dreamies 😂 We can't believe he's actually out 😄

@ShadowInVain, I know it's very early days, but he does seem very affectionate! My daughter cas keen for a dog like cat 😻

He's stretched out on the rug, snoozing, after a session of grooming himself.

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helpfulperson · 02/08/2021 20:22

How lovely, he has decided you are suitable to meet his needs!

JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 20:29

@helpfulperson, I have a feeling that he's still considering that - he wouldn't want me to get too big headed and over confident 😂😂

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JengaNonConfirming · 02/08/2021 20:57

He's fast asleep. Wow, cats do massive yawns!!

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Staywithmemyblood · 02/08/2021 21:29

Oh, he’s a real handsome big lad @JengaNonConfirming 😻 So pleased for you that he’s settling in so well 😊

Greenlittle · 02/08/2021 21:30

I agree he is gorgeous 😍

Snozzlemaid · 03/08/2021 03:19

Aw. He's gorgeous and obviously feels safe and happy there with you, all stretched out fast asleep.
Enjoy your fluffy cuddles.

Mumdiva99 · 03/08/2021 08:45

I love he's claiming a large part of the sofa for himself!! He's settled. Thanks for the pictures. Enjoy the cuddles.

JengaNonConfirming · 03/08/2021 14:31

Thank you all Smile He's in hiding again for now, but we've had to have something done to the downstairs bathroom today, which is probably unsettling. The bloke should be gone soon and then I hope to coax him out. My daughter is home tonight and very excited at the thought of meeting him!

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YetAnotherSpartacus · 03/08/2021 15:05

What a beautiful boy!