It is very common for kittens just arrived at home to refuse food. Sometimes it is because they are nervous during the moving process, sometimes because they are not used to the new environment, and sometimes because they are not accustomed to the new family members. Regardless of the reason, we need to consider the kitten’s situation and help them adjust to the new environment as soon as possible. Below are some effective methods to help a new kitten that refuses to eat.

1. Quiet Environment

After moving, a kitten may be too nervous to dare to eat. Therefore, we need to create a quiet environment so the kitten can eat calmly without disturbance. You can place the kitten in a quiet room so they can eat alone without fear of interference from other surroundings.

2. Change Food

After moving, a kitten may not get used to the new environment or the new food. If the kitten refuses to eat the new food, you can try changing the flavor, trying new tastes, so they can actively eat the new food.

3. Gradual Guidance

If the kitten still refuses the new food, you can guide them slowly to gradually adapt. You can use the familiar food to let them try the new food—for example, use the fish broth they are familiar with to mix the new food so they can slowly get used to the new taste.

4. Gentle Treatment of the Kitten

Finally, and most importantly, is to treat the kitten gently without showing excessive nervousness. Let the kitten relax and eat in peace, so they can truly eat enough.

In conclusion, there are many reasons why a newly arrived kitten refuses to eat, but we need to promptly take some effective measures to help them adjust to the new environment, gradually get used to the new food, and feel comfortable eating.