Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Nearly Wordless Wednesday


Is that cozy, Astrid? Really? Talk about a lip lift.




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Our Doodle of the Day:





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Our Tip of the Day:

We are still discussing the ins and outs of bringing home a new cat or dog. Today's tip in this series offers some ideas on how to get a new furbaby acclimated to their new family and home. Especially when it comes to shy kitties or pups, be sure to be patient in helping them get to know you. In order to allow a shy or nervous cat or dog to learn to trust you or other family members, frequently visit with them or sit with them, and perhaps even give them an item or two of your clothing. Offer them food and sit with them while they eat, or offer them treats or toys if that does not stress them. Talk to them soothingly, or even read them a book. Make such visits with them are calm, and always watch for cues that a furbaby is feeling nervous or stressed. Over time, if you remain patient and calm, a new furbaby who is nervous or shy can indeed learn to trust you.

It is not just you or other family members that a new furbaby will have to grow accustomed to, though. Every home and family has its own set of sights and sounds to which a new cat or dog will have to become acclimated. Think of the typical goings-on of your household, and, as needed, help your new furbaby become used to the new sights and sounds by slowly and calmly introducing them to new stimuli. Just as a couple of examples, some furbabies may have to get used to the sound of garbage bags or the sight of an open umbrella. Of course, don't bombard a new cat or dog with new sights and sounds all at once, but, as always, have patience and help them to acclimate to these things slowly over time.

That all being said, introducing a new cat or dog to other animals takes especial care and patience. Slow and proper introductions are of course best for both new and resident cats and dogs. We will further discuss these topics in the very near future.

11 comments:

Teddy said...

Well Astrid has a very "dreamy" look on her face so I guess that lip lift position is OK with her!

Hugs, Teddy

M Dawson said...

Was thinning. She can't be comfortable but its amazing what post a cat or dog will settle into.

The Island Cats said...

Astrid looks comfy to us!

pilch92 said...

Astrid, you are too cute :) I bet you will love the kittens. Cute drawing and excellent tips. Slow introductions are so important to make everything go smoothly.

Eastside Cats said...

Awww, Astrid has the kittens on her! So cute!

World of Animals, Inc said...

Astrid, you have the best wordless Wednesday photos. Thanks for sharing some great tips when bringing home a new dog or cat. Hopefully, these tips will help out with some questions people might have. Thanks for the share. Have a great day.
World of Animals

Marg said...

Astrid, you are looking might good with your nose lift. You all have a terrific day.

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

You're such a sweetie, Astrid!

Kinley Westie said...

BOL Astrid!

messymimi said...

Oh, to look out the window with you, i wonder what you are seeing that puts such a look on your face.

meowmeowmans said...

Astrid, you're just airing out your teethies, right? :)