This behavior can be a coping mechanism for a scared or anxious pet whether she s hiding under the bed behind the couch or somewhere else in your home understanding the reasons for the hiding can help you find the best way to comfort and ressure your furry friend.
Cat new kitten hiding under couch.
Often your cat will hide for a day or two when introduced to a new home.
Don t worry if your new kitten won t come out of hiding.
Most cats take a couple of weeks to acclimate but it might take a month or two.
Give your cat time to get used to its new home.
I have 2 cats one is tame and one is a scared cat we have just moved house and i managed to move one of my cats into a cage but the scared one ran away before i could put her in her cage so she is still at the old house but won t came out of hiding and she is scared of the new tenants.
This normally will pass with time so just be patient.
New kitten hiding under couch hasn t eaten.
Cat hiding and cats in new homes.
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And open the crate gate to let him out.
Start date aug 29 2008.
Determine why the cat is going under the couch.
The steps you should take to get a cat out from under a bed will depend on why the cat is hiding and how urgently you need the cat to come out.
He was curious looking around and instantly went looking for hiding spots like under the couch we blocked off cause.
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Sometimes a traumatic experience such as taking him to the veterinarian or bringing a new animal into the home can disrupt her routine and send her under the bed for a few days.
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Avoid startling your new pet with loud noises and definitely don t chase him or try to pull him from his hiding place.
The best way to make your cat comfortable enough to come out of hiding is to give it time to adjust to its new surroundings.
It can take a day 5 days a couple of weeks or more for your new cat to relax.
Cats love to hide and the space underneath the bed is a prime spot.
The presence of a resident cat or dog can intimidate your new little kitten spurring him to take cover and hide.
2 weeks is an average adjustment time for most cats.
During this time try not to force the cat to come out of its hiding spot.
As long as your cat is eating drinking using the litter box even if its under the bed and not showing any signs of illness it is generally safe to leave them in their hiding spot.
For example most cats will feel insecure or frightened in a new environment.
Katie hi there.
He needs to get out now.
If the cat is new to your home the reason is most likely anxiety.