Congratulations on the upcoming arrival. You would absolutely need at least two litter boxes. The cats will choose which one they prefer to use. The optimum number is one for each cat plus another one. One of the reasons to keep them separated is to prevent the spread of any contagious disease or problem. You don't know what the new kitten may bring with them. Naturally, you'll have the kitten checked out by a vet. A safe room for the new kitty should have the new litter box, food, water and toys. Sometimes I associate the introduction of two cats with an older child trying to accept a new baby brother or sister. Sometimes it goes smoothly, other times, it does not. I agree that your older kitty will have a playmate, although you're bringing a brand new kitten to bond with a somewhat older adult cat. Their play levels may not be the same in the beginning. Kittens can go crazy at times. LOL. Personally, I'd start the introduction process with feeding them in the same room -- separated by several feet. The food will take their minds off the other cat. If they can get along there, then you can bring them together for play time -- keeping each of them amused with toys. They will require supervision until you are convinced they will get along. Once you see them grooming the other and snuggling up together for a nap -- I think you've got it made. Just know that TWO bengals can become quite destructive in their playing -- no fault of them .... it's just they can get quite wound up. I hope you have a couple of cat trees they can enjoy since they love being high above the ground.
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