Home is where most of us feel safe and secure, and it’s important that our pets feel the same way. So if you have a shy or new cat, how can you gain Fluffy’s trust and make her home a peaceful, safe place?

Believe it or not, have a schedule. Most of our pets thrive on routine, especially cats. And often, if their daily schedule is upside down, your cat will begin feeling insecure. They feel better when they know what’s next. So try to keep a regular agenda for your cat and you too.

Introduce new things slowly because, as we said, cats don’t love change. Of course, our homes can be a hive of activity with holidays, family, and friends. That’s okay, but when big things happen, try introducing them slowly and only one at a time. For example, if you’re getting new furniture, that isn’t the time to adopt a new pet.

Give Fluffy her own safe and private space. Maybe a spare room, a bed behind a piece of furniture, a blanket on top of the fridge, or a cat climbing condo in a quiet room. If your cat hides under the bed, put a nice soft blanket there for her to snuggle in. That way, when your home is a beehive of activity, your cat will have her own spot to escape it all.

Your feline will be calmer if you speak to her in a soft, reassuring tone. If Fluffy is anxious, sit down with her, talk softly, and pet her gently. She will also be happier if you minimize loud noises like the vacuum cleaner, booming music, sirens, and rowdy children. Try to curtail household chaos for both of your sakes!

Play sessions, including both physical and mental activity, go a long way toward reducing stress levels. It not only helps you and Fluffy form a stronger bond but the activity will wear your cat out and help her stay in good physical shape.If you have a sensitive cat, that’s okay; it’s just who she is. You can set up your household so Fluffy has what she needs to feel secure.