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When you bring a new pet home, it’s important to give them space, a safe environment and time to adjust to life as part of your family! While it’s exciting to have a new animal in your home and you might be eager to interact with them right away, remember that they’re adjusting to an unfamiliar place and new people.

There’s an incredible variety of cats who need homes, from 8-week-old kittens to seniors, from shy cats to attention seekers, and so much more. As you decide which cat(s) to add to your family, we recommend you consider the following factors.

Deaf pets make wonderful companions and are not all that different from hearing pets! Let’s learn a bit more about what makes them unique — and why that may make them the right pet for your home.

When welcoming a cat into your home, they’ll need some time to adjust to their new space. The kindest thing you can do when bringing your cat home is provide a safe space, and allow them to get to know their new space gradually.

Adopting a pet is one of the most rewarding choices you can make. It means joy, companionship and a second chance for an animal who needs you. But with so many wonderful pets looking for homes, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start.

When bringing home a shy or fearful cat, it’s important to give them time, space and a comfortable environment to decompress and adjust.

We know you’re eager to bond with your new pet, but it usually doesn’t happen overnight! The 3-3-3 Rule outlines the adjustment period your pet will need as they get used to their new home.

Animals often behave in ways we don’t understand — and since we can’t ask them about their behavior directly (like we can with humans), it can feel challenging to address behavior we don’t like.

Pets who respond to certain forms of handling with fear, anxiety, arousal or aggression may be considered “handling sensitive.” This can be problematic, because most pet parents would like to pet, handle or cuddle their pets — and basic forms of handling are often required to keep cats and dogs healthy.

Does your cat meow nonstop for food? Are they waking you at 3 a.m. with their special song? There are many reasons why cats are vocal, and this guide is here to help you troubleshoot.

Thunder, fireworks or other loud sounds often scare pets, even if a pet hasn’t had a negative experience tied to the loud noise. This is entirely understandable!

Scratching is a natural behavior for cats, but we often have to teach them which objects in our home are meant for kitty claws. Let’s dive into how you can encourage your cat to scratch appropriately!