How to Introduce a Rescue Cat to Other Pets: A Stress-Free Step-by-Step Plan

Animaat Writer2025-09-12T01:17:18+00:00

Why Standard Introductions Fail for Rescues

Research from the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) reveals that 68% of inter-pet conflicts stem from poor first introductions. Unlike socialized pets, rescue cats often carry trauma-based reactions that require specialized techniques. Shelter studies show that rushed introductions increase stress hormones by 400% compared to gradual methods. This 1,200-word guide combines veterinary behavior science, shelter...