What are the signs that an older cat has accepted a kitten?

Generally, if the older cat shows no aggression or hissing toward the kitten and can get along with it peacefully, it means the older cat has accepted the kitten. Cats are highly territorial animals; if the older cat has not accepted the kitten, it will drive the kitten away by instinct.

Before bringing a kitten home, the owner should prepare for this. To reduce conflict between the two and help the older cat accept the kitten faster, give each cat its own toys and feeding bowls, and spend time interacting and playing with both together so they get used to each other.