That friendly, purring shelter cat you fell in love with can sometimes turn into a ghost or even a hissy ball of nerves the moment you get them home. It’s not rejection. It’s survival mode. And how you handle those first few days sets the tone for your entire relationship. Even if you don't have a cat, many aspects of these steps toward acclimating a new pet to your home would apply to dogs, birds, and other species of pets to reduce stress and make their transition easier on them.

In this episode, I share my CATS Method, a four-step approach you can put in place before your new cat ever walks through the door. These steps create safety, reduce stress, and lay the foundation for a bond built on trust.

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

• How to set up a safe zone that makes your cat feel secure
• Simple adjustments that help your home feel familiar, not frightening
• Why trusting your cat’s timeline builds stronger, lasting trust
• The best way to support your cat without overwhelming them
• Give your new cat the right start, and you’ll gain not just a pet, but a confident, affectionate companion who feels at home with you for years to come.

GET THE CATS METHOD DOWNLOAD AND HAVE A STRESS-FREE TRANSITION WHEN BRINGING YOUR NEW CAT HOME: petparenthotline.com/bringinghomekitty

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Pet parenting is tough, but The Pet Parent Hotline helps solve real problems with practical pet care advice. Each week, we provide pet care advice for overwhelmed pet parents trying to save money on pet food at the pet store and on vet bills, make puppy training easy, fix cat behavior problems like litter box issues and scratching, and keep multi-pet households in balance. We share expert dog training tips, tips for pet budgeting, managing dog behavior, stress-free vet visits, and keeping your home clean with pets. Follow for the pet parent support you need and so stop chasing your tail and start enjoying life with pets.

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