Be patient and continue to praise your cat when she plays with her toys, uses her scratching post, and does what she's supposed to do. If your cat becomes destructive or unhousetrained, consult a veterinarian or animal behaviorist to find ways to solve the problem. Remember that these symptoms can also be attributed to boredom and loneliness. Using a long-range water pistol or a shake can when the cat asks to be let out is a very successful and harmless way to curb a cat from wanting to go outside. Provide one litter pan per cat and scoop the litter pan at least once daily.
Many cats enjoy the companionship of another cat or compatible dog of the opposite sex.
If you can make the financial and emotional commitment, consider adopting another companion animal for yourself and for your cat. Used here with the permission of the American Bird Conservancy.