Summary
Two bonded cats, adopted after living in foster care for nearly three years, are having trouble getting used to their new home. The new owner, who shared their experience on Reddit, noted that the cats remain fearful and won't come out of hiding. Advice from the community suggests that patience and a calm environment are key to helping the cats adjust.
Key Facts
- A Reddit user adopted two bonded cats who had been in foster care for almost three years.
- The cats have shown signs of fear and are not eating or using the litter box when the owner is around.
- Community members on Reddit advised the owner to be patient and create a calm space for the cats to adjust.
- Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary suggests giving new cats a quiet space and not forcing interactions.
- Cats usually need at least four weeks indoors to adjust before exploring outside.
- The Reddit post about the cats' situation went viral, with over 13,000 upvotes and 1,300 comments.
- Some commenters shared personal stories, emphasizing that it can take time for rescue cats to acclimate.
- Newsweek reached out to the Reddit user for more information but could not verify all the details.
