[header] How to encourage your new cat to come out of hiding [title] Give your cat time to get used to its new home. [step] The best way to make your cat comfortable enough to come out of hiding is to give it time to adjust to its new surroundings. Most cats take a couple of weeks to acclimate, but it might take a month or two. 
During this time, try not to force the cat to come out of its hiding spot. [substeps] Avoid chasing or picking up your cat, especially during this initial timeframe.