Taking home your first kitten or pet, in general, can be an exciting and liberating feeling.

Before you do so, you should be as prepared as possible. You’ll need the general necessities at home like food, water, and access to a litter box, and even pick out a Veterinarian who you trust; you’ll need to take your kitten in for its shots and immunizations.

Kitten Care

KITTEN CARE CHECKLIST

▢ food bowl
▢ water bowl
▢ pee pads
▢ litter

▢ litter box
▢ toys
▢ choose veterinarian
▢ cat soap

As a new pet owner, you will have a million questions and concerns.

Don’t be afraid to ask your vet for assistance, you’re doing your best!

We hope that this page may answer some of those questions you may have.

What should I feed my kitten?

Your kitten should only ever eat kitten food should eat kitten-specific food for the first year of its life unless told otherwise by your Veterinarian.

We recommend feeding your kitten Hills and Purina.

How Should I pick up and Hold my Kitten?

When picking up and holding your kitten, give them as much support as possible. You will want to support their chest and bottom when holding them, as close to your chest as they allow. You want them to feel comfortable and supported.

8-10 WEEK OLD KITTENS

  • Introduce them to other people and pets - they can meet other healthy fully vaccinated cats and dogs, as well as other people and children.

  • Getting them used to being handled - gradually introduce them to their cat carrier, grooming, being picked up, handling, and having their ears, eyes, and other body parts checked.

  • Establish a consistent routine and rules like keeping them out of certain rooms. Reward good behavior and ignore bad behavior.

  • Feeding them the same kitten food as before and keeping the same routine with small, regular meals.

12 WEEK OLD KITTENS

This is the time to set up an appointment for y our kitten’s second vaccination. You should also book them in to be neutered in four months and ask your vet about fleas, ticks, and worming.

Also, remember to:

  • Spend lots of time playing with your kitten every day - mental stimulation is also important, so play games like hiding their food.

  • Try some kitten training, such as having them come to you when you call.

  • Let them rest - growing and learning are tiring, let your kitten rest regularly and keep training sessions short.

6 MONTH OLD KITTENS

  • Kittens are still learning, so keep them mentally stimulated.

  • Speak to your vet if you have concerns about your kitten's behavior, and also ask about your kitten's changing dietary needs.

Keeping experiences positive from day one help your kitten grow into a confident adult cat, making life more enjoyable for you both.