Introducing..................... ((drum roll))

[Karen]

Give it some time, Raven may adjust pretty well, many cats do. Don't worry about it much yet, just keep a watchful eye on the situation!

[Catty1]

Does Raven sleep on your bed at night? I am just trying to think of a way you can keep them separated for a while, but still give Prune her cuddles. It must be heartbreaking hearing her cry in the bathroom.

At least separate them during the day. Use the old towel trick...take a towel or cloth that Prune has been sleeping on and switch it with something similar that Raven uses. That way Raven gets used to the scent.

Just keep reassuring Raven. When I was a kid, we had one adult cat that stayed grumpy with us for quite some time before settling down...and it took a firm word or two.

How long had Prune been with you before the accidental introduction? They should be separated for at least a week.

And yes - Feliway can help a lot!

[Husky_mom]

give them time.. and then some more.. lol.. I know a pair who can coexist in the same space.. but God forbids their paths cross.. swat-fight.. hiss n growl.. but all settles with one shhshh of me.. then they go their merry way..

Raven must be reaaaally mad at you for bringing a stranger into her territory.. and more so as YOU smell like her too.. I'm not sure if it works for cat-cat too.. but place a powel with the kitty smell under Ravens food dish.. so she smells her while she eats something yummy and associates the smell of the "intruder" with not so bad stuff..

give her treats if she tolerates her within her sight.. then near.. it may take time.. esp as kittens are noisy and rambunctious.. lol

[happylabs]

Baby kitty!!!!! Swoon.

OMG...yes...cuteness warning was in order.

Little fluff ball kitty. I am going through kitten withdrawal as usual.

Yes, your older cat is out of sorts. It will all come together. She needs to adjust.

[moosmom]

It's going to take time. Kittens are resilient when it comes to introductions. Pay a LOT of attention to Raven. Make her know that SHE'S the one. Older cats will show the newbie the ropes. Hissing and growling is normal. The cat's outta the bathroom now. What I would do is never leave them alone. When you're gone, put the newbie in the bathroom for her own safety. Only let her out when you are around to supervise.

Also, as I ALWAYS say, FELIWAY!!! It is a miracle spray in a bottle. Spray the rooms with it. It'll calm them both down and make the transition a little easier.

She is GORGEOUS!!!!

[catmandu]

What a wonderful Little Cat of the Future you are such a little doll.
Raven will soon get along with her new littlr friend , once she gets used to the antics and craziness that a Little Kittren can bring to a home.
CoCatUlations on your New Little MagnfiKitten

[Taz_Zoee]

I'm still waiting for Paizly to accept Jax. Jax has been here almost two years and Paizly still hisses, growls, spits and screams at him. Of course Jax is a little brat and instigates it. But usually he just wants to play and Paizly will have none of that.
However, the hissing at you....that will eventually fade. Raven is completely frazzled right now. Just make sure she gets one-on-one attention, as others said, and she should calm down.

I know its super frustrating right now. I went through the second guessing bringing Jax home. I've ruined Paizly's life. I actually sat and cried sometimes. Now I catch Paizly sort of attempting to play with Jax. But when he fully engages with her she flips out and hisses, screams, growls. Sometimes it sounds like a full blown cat fight and it's only Paizly yelling. That's the only time I step in and remove Jax. Otherwise I let them be.

This morning Jax was in a super playful mood. He was running all over the house. He chased Paizly and she flipped out on him. I tell Paizly "he's only trying to play with you". She was perched up on the table next to the bed and every time Jax ran near her she leaned down and extended a paw. She didn't hiss or growl. It was like she wanted to play but just couldn't bring herself to do it. She's such a snob!

Oh btw.............Prudence is flippin ADORABLE!!! I can't wait to watch her grow up. And I bet within a few months you'll be posting pictures of her and Raven all cuddled together. And I'll be super jealous.

[momcat]

What an absolutely beautiful, adorable, gorgeous little fluffball! This thread definitely needs a cuteness overload warning!

I'm sorry to hear that Raven is less than thrilled about your new family member. Please be patient and give them both some time to adjust. I agree with the others about giving Raven extra attention to assure her that the kitten isn't there to replace her. Would you give sweet Raven some reassuring lovies from me?