how would you use this cat as an "acclimation cage" for a stray-turned semi-feral cat to help ease into a new household with another cat?
589804
I never did that but I assume you would cage the stray continually for a week or more to see if they can get along after the curiosity stage wears off. It can be hard for two males to adopt to each other, and you can see if they will spray etc. Sometimes strays turn into good household cats, more often than not they remain fidgety and hide, etc.
589805
I absolutely love this cage i would just set it up in a central area were the feral can see all the activity and receive some interaction also
589806
Keep it in a remote area and slowly move it into the common area of the home. Once the cat feels safe start leaving a door open for it to come abd go. If it gets scated it will run back to the crate for protection. Mine live in their crates, they feel safe in them. Doors are always open to allow them to cone and go.
589807
Keep the stray cat in the cage for a few days to a few weeks. The cage is big enough for a large litter box, cardboard scratcher, bed, food, water, etc. I am using my cages for the same thing. I had to rescue some cats from an apartment after the owner went to jail. The cats are very comfortable in their cages. I cover the cage with a sheet, at least the top third, to provide extra security. You could use binder clips and wrap the bottom part also. When you feel the cat is ready, you can open one of the doors in case he wants to come out and visit with the other cat or cats. He can retreat to his cage if he is not comfortable. Some are going to be ready to come out sooner than others. Keep the stray cat in the cage for a few days to a few weeks. The cage is big enough for a large litter box, cardboard scratcher, bed, food, water, etc. I am using my cages for the same thing. I had to rescue some cats from an apartment after the owner went to jail. The cats are very comfortable in their cages. I cover the cage with a sheet, at least the top third, to provide extra security. You could use binder clips and wrap the bottom part also. When you feel the cat is ready, you can open one of the doors in case he wants to come out and visit with the other cat or cats. He can retreat... » Read More Keep the stray cat in the cage for a few days to a few weeks. The cage is big enough for a large litter box, cardboard scratcher, bed, food, water, etc. I am using my cages for the same thing. I had to rescue some cats from an apartment after the owner went to jail. The cats are very comfortable in their cages. I cover the cage with a sheet, at least the top third, to provide extra security. You could use binder clips and wrap the bottom part also. When you feel the cat is ready, you can open one of the doors in case he wants to come out and visit with the other cat or cats. He can retreat to his cage if he is not comfortable. Some are going to be ready to come out sooner than others. « Show Less
589808
like any other kennel. Put the stray cat in with a litter box, food/water, toys, blanket or small cat bed. Leave them in there while other cat is on outside of cage. They can get used to each other through the cage. Then you could slowly let stray cat out for short periods of time. I did that with kittens. When littens got bigger and used to my other animals then I would leave the kennel door open for kittens to go in if they wanted a place to rest away from the other animals.
580035
I suspect YES. I have no direct experience with cats however. Big trick--I think--would be to train or tell the cat this is your Cat Box without the cat-litter. Good Luck.
2179229
I have not used the cage in this way. The wires are far enough apart to get feet stuck use newspaper or a towel to thread between the bars to prevent trapped feet. Keep the shelves close to the floor to prevent kitten mishaps. They can't escape
465408
We have 3 cats with *very* different personalities, and they all switched quite easily. One good way to facilitate the process is to put the old litter box right next to the Genie, and stop cleaning the old litter box. Cats are so opposed to a dirty box they'll be motivated to try the Genie. I also *highly* recommend using the sidewalls - we have 1 "scatterer" and are saving a lot more granules now.
463105
I bought this to keep my 2 Siamese mix kittens contained when we were coming in and out of the garage with our cars. They are indoor/outdoor cats. When they were small they couldn't climb out. As they grew we had to place a weighted piece of cardboard on top to keep them from jumping out. The walls are quite tall, but we had a climbing tree in there that they could climb to the top of to get out. Once they became "car smart" we no longer needed the cage. We also used it a bit outside in the beginning. This cage comes with anchors that you could use to secure to the lawn.
1005418
I could see this working for that purpose b/c it would give the cats protection and it's secure so they wouldn't escape, but it's pretty small, so they wouldn't be able to run around too much, unless you would just be letting them out to be in the coop for a short periods of time. A large dog kennel might be good, and I've seen people who attach the kennel to a window or a door so that the kitty can still roam inside, but still get a little sunshine and fresh air. Hope that helps.
1210681
It's possible - it gives off good heat at ground level. It does need to be plugged in, and you'd probably want to keep the cats from being able to touch/access the unit.
1246993
I puchased this cage over this past summer and plan to bring it in for the winter. My rabbit is the size of my cats and is able to stretch out in the caged. You will need to put something under the cage area as it does not have any floor.
2032333
we put it in a existing wall in a entry and put the door on the inside wall. Screwed it to the wall. the other part went against the outside wall.. Just make sure it is level and square. We used 1x4 to line between the two walls.. (make a box to fit the hole. they have a sorta 4" ledge inside the wall to step on befgore they get out. But with the door on the inside wall helps keep rain from coming down on the door. Been good and we've got a "fat-fat cat" using it along with smaller cats. great door. Let me know if I can help u or if something is not clear.. but was really asy. we put it in a existing wall in a entry and put the door on the inside wall. Screwed it to the wall. the other part went against the outside wall.. Just make sure it is level and square. We used 1x4 to line between the two walls.. (make a box to fit the hole. they have a sorta 4" ledge inside the wall to step on befgore they get out. But with the door on the inside wall helps keep rain from coming down on the door. Been good and we've got a "fat-fat cat" using it along with smaller cats. great door. Let me know if I can help u or if something is not clear.. but was really asy.
161556
I think this one might work: OurPets Alpine Cat Scratcher Replacement 2pk OurPets Alpine Cat Scratcher with North-American Catnip - Replacement 2pk
1188033
I have two adult cats, one male, the other female. The tent is spacious for both to stay inside. However, they would wrestle when both are in the same tent. I got two tents to let each have its own. My cats like the tents, and had fun with it. I got another two after the first two tents were worn out.
380804
It would be a very tight fit and only in one way. I would not advise as it would restrict a cat's feeling of security by feeling "boxed" in.
2264535
1A. Go to vet. Make sure nothing wrong biologically. 1. Go to store. Buy 2 under the bed storage boxes for a litter box. Most litter pans are too small. 2. fill with cat attract litter 3. Place boxes somewhere where it is quiet and they can't get ambushed coming in and out of the box. Don't put in a laundry room or near a furnace. 4. More than one cat needs more than one box. I had one older cat that needed three all to himself. 5. Try feliway collars which have natural calming pheromones. 6. Put feliway diffusers (amazon..best price..order the 6 pack)in places where you DO NOT want them to spray. Again calming pheromones. 7. Use a product called stink free to remove the spray smell from where they sprayed(amazon best price) 8. Sift litter boxes morning and night. Yes, twice per day. 9. Get them neutered and soon. If you wait too long, it will become a habit and even neutering them will not help. 10. Feed them in separate areas so they do not have to compete. 11. Do not use citrus based cleansers or any air fresheners near their litter box. They do not like this. They will not go there. I use the blue Lysol. Wash and completely clean out the litter boxes and fill with fresh litter twice per month while the behavior continues. Switch to once per month once you have it solved. 11. If you do all of this, yes, it is an investment, you should have a long and not smelly fun life with your kitties.
2179231
I only used it to house an older cat, I do think that newborn kittens could possibly escape and as they got older could probably stick their little heads through and get stuck, I suggest maybe contacting the manufacturer for better info, I hope I was able to help.
1008341
It depends. Some cats like to sleep together. Some don't. I believe that it would fit them all. However, I would buy one, see how it works out, and if it does, then buy another one. The kittens are going to be growing so they will eventually need at least one more. The feral cat shelter is made extremely well and keeps rain out. However, I would place it on top of a table in an area close to your home. The table should have slats or an opening for water to drain out of. You don't want the cats wading through water to get in. Plus I believe the feral cat shelter affords more protection when it's off the ground. It depends. Some cats like to sleep together. Some don't. I believe that it would fit them all. However, I would buy one, see how it works out, and if it does, then buy another one. The kittens are going to be growing so they will eventually need at least one more. The feral cat shelter is made extremely well and keeps rain out. However, I would place it on top of a table in an area close to your home. The table should have slats or an opening for water to drain out of. You don't want the cats wading through water to get in. Plus I believe the feral cat shelter affords more protection when... » Read More It depends. Some cats like to sleep together. Some don't. I believe that it would fit them all. However, I would buy one, see how it works out, and if it does, then buy another one. The kittens are going to be growing so they will eventually need at least one more. The feral cat shelter is made extremely well and keeps rain out. However, I would place it on top of a table in an area close to your home. The table should have slats or an opening for water to drain out of. You don't want the cats wading through water to get in. Plus I believe the feral cat shelter affords more protection when it's off the ground. « Show Less
1635780
Since your cats get along, I think one would work fine. In fact it should be quite comical to watch the two of them try to get the treats at the same time! enjoy
313280
I originally bought the unheated version. I put an old baby blanket in the bottom for comfort and my semi-feral cat took to it immediately. I was hoping she would decide to come indoors as the weather got colder, but no such luck so far so I've since added the heated pad. That means I have to move it to a table on the back porch each night so I can plug it in. I also have a problem with raccoons at night so it works out for that issue too.