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1st time poster / 1st time cat owner

Beato Dec 13, 2007 11:58 AM

Well I adopted a kitten from the local humane society on Tuesday night, when I seen her she was in the cage with her 2 sisters. My girlfriend and I decided to take her into the room and see how she was - perfect little kitten. Liked to play, but when I picked her up she started purring and liked to be held. Which is exactly what we both wanted. During this whole time I maybe heard her meow 1 or 2 times. When she was put in the cage during the adoption process she was right next to a male cat who would not stop meowing, shortly after that she started meowing and wouldn't stop. When we got her home I set up everything for her - she sniffed around and played with the toys I bought, but would not stop meowing. That whole night and into the early morning. Last night was the same thing - I know the changing of enviornments is scary to them, not to mention not having her sisters around anymore, but it seems she has gotten even louder from Tuesday to this morning.

Is this normal? Should I be concerned? Anything to change with that, or do I let nature take it's course?

Thanks for the help in advance.

Replies (2)

phwildcat Dec 13, 2007 04:17 PM

I would let it run it's course. You need to try and ignore the meowing or she will learn to yell when she wants attention. Right now she is in a new place without her family and she may even be calling for them. Don't forget to take her to the Vet for her kitten wellness check
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PHKitkat Dec 13, 2007 06:13 PM

Hi There,

I agree 100% with the other poster.......just wanted to walcome you to the Board and cat ownership!

I suspect you will soon find that the cat is the one that owns you

PHKitkat

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