My Cat Hates My Date: A Tale of Feline Disapproval and Unrequited Affection

When you bring a new person into your life, it's natural to hope that your furry friend will welcome them with open paws. But what happens when your cat absolutely despises your date? This is the story of one woman's experience with a cat who refused to accept her new love interest.

My Cat Hates My Date!: Teach Cats to Accept Babies, Toddlers & Lovers (A Quick-Tips Guide Book 2)

by Amy Shojai

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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It all started when I met a wonderful man named David. We hit it off immediately, and I was excited to introduce him to my beloved cat, Oliver.

Oliver is a sweet and affectionate cat, but he can also be a bit of a diva. He's used to being the center of attention, and he doesn't always appreciate it when I give someone else my time.

So, I was a bit nervous when I brought David home for the first time. I wanted Oliver to like him, but I also knew that there was a chance he wouldn't.

My fears were confirmed when Oliver hissed at David as soon as he entered the door. David was startled, and I was mortified.

I tried to calm Oliver down, but he was having none of it. He continued to hiss and growl at David, and he even swatted at him a few times.

David was clearly uncomfortable, and I didn't know what to do. I wanted him to feel welcome in my home, but I also couldn't let Oliver hurt him.

Eventually, David suggested that he leave. He said that he didn't want to make Oliver uncomfortable, and he understood that I needed to put my cat's needs first.

I was disappointed, but I knew that David was right. I didn't want to force Oliver to accept someone he didn't like.

Over the next few weeks, I tried everything I could to get Oliver to warm up to David. I gave him treats when David was around, I played with them together, and I even tried using a pheromone diffuser to calm Oliver down.

But nothing seemed to work. Oliver continued to hate David, and he made it clear that he wanted him out of his life.

I was starting to get discouraged. I loved David, but I also loved Oliver. I didn't want to lose either of them.

One day, I was talking to my friend about my dilemma. She told me that she had a similar experience with her cat when she started dating her now-husband.

She said that her cat had eventually come around to her husband, but it had taken time and patience.

She advised me to keep introducing David to Oliver slowly and gradually. She said that I shouldn't force them to interact, but I should just let them get used to each other's presence.

I decided to take her advice. I started by having David come over for short visits when Oliver was in another room.

Gradually, I started increasing the length of David's visits and the amount of time that he spent with Oliver.

At first, Oliver would still hiss and growl at David, but over time, he started to tolerate him more.

Eventually, Oliver even started to warm up to David. He would allow David to pet him, and he would even curl up on the couch next to him.

It took a lot of time and patience, but I finally got Oliver to accept David. I'm so glad that I didn't give up on either of them.

If you're in a similar situation, don't despair. It is possible to get your cat to accept your date, but it takes time and patience.

Just remember to introduce them slowly and gradually, and don't force them to interact. With a little time and effort, your cat will eventually come around.

Here are a few tips for introducing your cat to your date:

• Start by having your date come over for short visits when your cat is in another room.
• Gradually increase the length of your date's visits and the amount of time that they spend with your cat.
• Don't force your cat to interact with your date. Let them get used to each other's presence at their own pace.
• Give your cat treats when your date is around to help them associate positive experiences with your date.
• Play with your cat and your date together to help them bond.
• Use a pheromone diffuser to help calm your cat down and make them more receptive to your date.

With a little time and patience, your cat will eventually come to accept your date. Just remember to be patient and understanding, and don't give up on either of them.

My Cat Hates My Date!: Teach Cats to Accept Babies, Toddlers & Lovers (A Quick-Tips Guide Book 2)

by Amy Shojai

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2025 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	18 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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