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How to care for american longhair cats
Introduce a new cat to your home gradually.
It is best to confine start your cat in one room of your house, particularly if it is a kitten. Be sure to put its litter box, food, and water dishes in the room.
This way the cat can feel secure in one room as it acclimates to its new home. Spend time with your cat and get to know it by playing, talking, and brushing it.