Kitten in the house: step-by-step instructions for beginners

Carrying

In order to transport a kitten from a breeder or its previous owner, a carrier is required. Don’t think that it’s easy to carry a cat in your bosom: he may get scared of something on the street, break free and run away. In the future, this accessory will help you when visiting a veterinarian or an exhibition, or when traveling with your pet. There are two types of carriers: plastic and fabric.

You should choose a hard plastic one if you are going to fly with your pet, as this is what the rules for transporting animals require. This type of carrier is also safer for transporting an animal by car. However, such a carrier will have to be insulated separately.

Soft fabric is more convenient if you plan to carry the cat yourself, on foot or by public transport. The disadvantage of this type of carrying is the need for washing.

How will the kitten eat?

What does a kitten need?

A kitten will need at least three bowls of different shapes and capacities.

• One bowl should be flat. On it you will place delicious jelly-like food (canned food) or treats from your table. Breeders do not welcome such actions, but most owners cannot resist the ingratiating meow and fill the bowl with various goodies (shrimp, pieces of meat, liver, fish) from their plate.
• The second bowl should be deep - for dry food. Cats are predators, and in natural conditions they get their own food, but you are unlikely to be able to get mice for your pets for breakfast, and a balanced diet by treating your pet to cutlets from your table will probably not be provided. For this reason, veterinarians recommend dry food that has a long shelf life. It is better to give preference to premium food, but this depends on the size of the family budget.
• The third bowl is for water. It must be deep, stable, there must always be clean water in it - this must be monitored very carefully.

The best bowls are ceramic, enameled, or stainless steel. In other dishes, food oxidizes and pathogenic flora develops. For this reason, plastic is a poor choice. If you want to save money, refuse to buy beautiful bowls in specialized stores for animals - buy cheap plain bowls in the tableware department of any supermarket: “human” bowls will cost less than “cat” ones. But the kitten doesn’t care what’s written on his plate. No need to spend extra on aesthetics.

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Bowls and food

You will need a bowl for water and two more for food. The bowl for water should be deep, for dry food - medium depth, for wet food you can choose flatter bowls. However, do not buy bowls that are too deep - it will be difficult for a small kitten to eat and drink from them. The bowls you buy for your baby should under no circumstances be plastic: they are absolutely not hygienic.

First of all, you should buy high-quality dry food for kittens. You can feed the kitten only wet food, but it is more expensive: if the kitten doesn’t finish it, you will have to throw everything away. It is recommended to mix wet and dry food in the diet in a 1 to 1 ratio: for example, give wet food for breakfast, and feed dry food for the rest of the day.

The water in the bowl should not be stagnant: it must be changed every day!

Kitten in a new home

1. The appearance of a kitten in the house
2. Development of a new home
3. Healthy kitten
4. Kitten behavior
5. Cat language

Separated from its mother and brothers and sisters, on the day of its arrival your kitten will still feel lonely next to you. To help your pet get used to its new home, you need to be well prepared for its arrival.

Moving to a new home

Plan your moving time for the weekend. Weekends are a time of rest, and there is a high probability that all family members will be at home on these days. Having received maximum attention and love in a new environment, the kitten will quickly get used to it and understand that you have become its new family.

Choose a suitable container for transporting your kitten

To transport a kitten to a new home, you should take care of a suitable container. Without observing safety measures, it is unsafe for a kitten, like all other passengers, to travel in a car. A specialty store sells various containers for transporting cats.

Consult with the seller, and when choosing a container, pay attention to its size: it should be large enough so that a grown kitten can fit in it in the future. It would be best to place an old wool blanket and absorbent paper on the bottom of the container; in this case, the kitten will be comfortable and cozy when traveling. In addition, during a stressful trip, a “little misfortune” can easily happen to a kitten. In this case, do not forget to take a roll of paper towel and a spare blanket with you. And if you also create twilight in the container, the kitten will feel completely safe.

Arrival home

Getting to know your new surroundings, other family members and, possibly, animals that have been living in your home for a long time is a very important stage that you need to go through step by step joyfully and calmly. Give the kitten (and yourself!) time to get used to it! In order for your kitten to feel completely safe in his new environment from the very beginning, you should take care of everything necessary before his arrival: install a toilet for him and prepare other things necessary for his well-being, such as toys and food.

Calm, just calm!

Don't forget that your kitten is in a completely unfamiliar environment. Contain your excitement and don't make excessive demands on him. Give him time to explore his new possessions. This requires a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Also make sure that your children handle the kitten calmly and carefully. You don’t want this funny little lump to grow into a timid wild cat, do you?

Everything you need for a kitten

It is important that upon arrival the kitten finds all the things it needs. You can purchase them at the appropriate pet store:

• Cat house: a cozy house in which the cat will feel safe. True, she will still choose a place to sleep herself.
• Toilet for your cat: Cats are generally early litter boxers. They are very clean animals, so your cat's litter box should be cleaned daily. Remove your cat's daily excrement using a special spatula. The cat's toilet should be closed, this will not allow her to scatter the hygienic litter and will protect against the spread of an unpleasant odor.
• Bowl: Place two bowls separately from each other, one for kibble (an adult cat eats no more than 60-70 g per day), the other for fresh water.
• Scratching post: With its help, the cat will be able to sharpen its nails, and your expensive furniture will remain untouched.
• Climbing and Scratching Tree: Not only will his cat be able to scratch, but he will also be able to climb and play on it. Cats love to climb high. This tree will also reduce the risk of your cat engaging in furious hunting or dangerous acrobatics on your furniture. On this tree the cat will have the opportunity to warm up.
• Toy: The pet store offers a large number of different toys. Often a cardboard reel or an empty cardboard box is enough for a cat to have a birthday party and play enough. Turn to your imagination! Every thing necessary for a cat should have its place in the appropriate part of your apartment.

Formation of your own territory.

For a harmonious coexistence with your cat, you should observe the division of territory, know the daily rhythm and the most important activities of the cat. If your own territory is established, marked and organized, then the cat will sleep most of the day. If the kitten is not sleeping, then he will, first of all, hunt, play, eat or cuddle.

Its own territory belongs exclusively to the cat, and the quality of this living space is much more important than its size. On the ground, a cat's territory can occupy up to one hectare, and a cat's territory can occupy up to ten hectares. In a city, ten cats share approximately one-third of a hectare among themselves, provided that their territories do not overlap. Your cat will consider its territory to be its place of residence (its own house in the area or a city apartment), a separate room, or several square meters. Apartment 35 sq. meters, which is furnished according to the cat's needs, with plenty of opportunities for play and climbing, is preferable to the living space of any empty apartment measuring 200 square meters. meters. The cat divides life in its apartment into four zones. This structure should be followed whenever possible. In this way, a large number of behavioral conflicts will be avoided from the very beginning.

For a cat, your apartment is divided into the following zones:

• Sleeping place: Your kitten should feel completely safe here. An elevated place illuminated by sunlight or heated by heating (window sill, above the heating) is most preferable for a kitten. In such a place you should equip a comfortable bed for the cat. The place should be calm, but not too far from you. Your closeness is very important for a small cat! Cats love heights. If your apartment does not have enough quiet space on a hill, then try to change the situation in the apartment, install an artificial tree for the cat.

• Place for food: The cat should have unhindered access here at any time of the day or night. The eating area should be located at a certain distance from the toilet. Provide the required distance from your place of eating, i.e. Do not place bowls in the kitchen or dining room. The temptation to “confuse” your plate with your own bowl is too great; begging for goodies is guaranteed, which can disturb your peace.
• Cat toilet: Here the kitten can immediately take care of personal hygiene. Let your new little friend make new discoveries for himself step by step and get used to his new home. This place should be easily and constantly accessible to the cat, and should not be directly next to the toilet or feeding area. A corner of the room or niche where the cat is both calm and warm can be an ideal place.
• Play area: The largest space for a cat. It must be suitable for playing, running, climbing (eg wood, shelves, chairs and cabinets). The greatest pleasure for a cat is to sit at a great height above all family members. After that, she will willingly rub her head against you, almost like with her relatives.

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Now only you are responsible for the kitten's safety. As before with his mother, now he will look to you for protection and a sense of security. Take care of him, his development and emotional balance will completely depend on your attention.

Kitten and children

Children often tend to cuddle the “new arrival” too much, express their emotions violently, grab the kitten, pull its tail... Adult cats know very well how to avoid meeting children if they do not want to be disturbed. Kittens still need to learn this. Explain to your children that a kitten is not a toy, that it needs a lot of sleep and that you should absolutely not wake it up to play with it. It is advisable that children are allowed to play with the kitten only in your presence. In addition, this way the kitten will not scratch your baby!

How to properly handle a kitten

Handle the kitten with care. Any sudden or sudden movement can frighten him. To carry a kitten, place it belly down on your palm, supporting it with the other hand behind its back, especially for large breed kittens.

• Never pull a kitten by the tail.
• Do not lift it by holding it by the head.
• Do not lift him by the scruff of the neck. This is only done by the cat in the first days of the kitten's life in order to transfer it.

First night

The first separation, the first night alone - this is often difficult for a kitten. Where should he sleep now?

Remember that you will no longer be able to prohibit an adult cat from doing what you allowed a kitten to do. In addition, as soon as he grows up a little, he will immediately be drawn to run around the streets, so he will bring parasites into the house. You need to take very good care of your cat if you don't want your family members to be at risk of exposure to parasites. It is best for a kitten to sleep in its own house, in the place that you have chosen for it. On the first night, resist the temptation to take the kitten into your bed, even if it cries. In three to four days he will get used to his new place, and your nights will become calm again.

Cat sleep

Your cat knows two ways of sleeping that are significantly different from each other.

Deep dream

Until the age of eight weeks, the cat sleeps almost constantly and deeply. The hormones necessary for its growth are formed independently. From the age of about two months, these phases become shorter, deep sleep interspersed with light sleep.

Light sleep

From the age of two months, the kitten increasingly develops the types of behavior of an adult. He sleeps in several periods during the day for approximately 16 hours. With such light sleep, he only falls into a doze, one ear monitoring his surroundings. The first phase of sleep usually transitions into the deep sleep phase, in which the cat relaxes completely.

Important! Under no circumstances should you tear your cat out of deep sleep!

First feedings

Just in case, avoid sudden changes in diet, as this may lead to digestive upset. You should feed the kitten its usual food for at least several days. Find out from the kitten's previous owner or breeder about the kitten's feeding habits (number of feedings per day, whether they were strictly measured doses or "unrestricted" food) and the type of food the kitten was eating. If you want to change your cat's diet, you should set aside a week for a transition phase, during which you can gradually move from the old food to the new one. Thanks to this, the change of food will be harmonious, and the risk of digestive upset will be minimized.

Never give your kitten food from your table. This is not only harmful to his health, but will also teach him to beg and, on occasion, even steal food from the table. In addition, an unbalanced diet provokes obesity in an adult animal. Make sure your cat always has plenty of fresh water in his bowl, and make sure your cat has a quiet place to eat.

New discoveries

Household Hazards

God protects those who are careful! We are not always aware of how many fatal traps lie in wait for a kitten in our home. Some precautions will help you protect your pet from accidents at home:

• Hide the electrical wires!
• Put plugs on your electrical outlets!
• Place insecticides, fertilizers, as well as rat poison and medications out of reach of the cat.
• Also, you should not leave dangerous objects in places accessible to the cat: such as rubber bands, thumbtacks, needles, etc.

Cats love to snuggle up in closets, drawers, laundry baskets, and the washing machine or clothes dryer drum. Don't forget to love your new friend's shelters, so you can reduce the risk of an accident. Also get used to watching where you step, and when closing the door to the room, check where the kitten is. Develop a habit:

• do not leave plastic bags anywhere,
• close the trash can lid and toilet lid,
• do not leave electrical sockets and loose cables accessible,
• When leaving home, close the windows or close the flap using a special safety device. A window can become a deadly trap for your cat!
• don't forget about the iron. It can cause serious burns.

Houseplants

Cats instinctively avoid poisonous plants. Despite this, you should know which plants may pose a danger to your cat and avoid them in your apartment. Ask your veterinarian for a detailed list of all poisonous houseplants.

Here is an almost complete list of plants dangerous to cats:

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If you bought a kitten from a cattery - primarily we are talking about purebred kittens - you will be given a certificate of identification tattoo, as well as a vaccination certificate, which will indicate all the vaccinations given by the cattery veterinarian. If you purchased a cat from your own hands or it was given to you, then in any case you should

contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.

At the vet

At the first visit, the veterinarian performs a thorough general examination of the kitten. In any case, you should take your vaccination document with you so that the veterinarian can check whether your pet has received all the necessary protective vaccinations or whether they still need to be done. It is also necessary to show the veterinarian documents about the deworming performed. The veterinarian will need some time to thoroughly examine the kitten, and the kitten will also gradually get used to the actions of the veterinarian, to the treatment table and to new smells. Your veterinarian will advise you on what preventive measures you need to take to improve your kitten's health, and can also tell you about your kitten's special needs.

Identification tattoo or chip

Thanks to a tattoo or implanted microchip, your cat will be permanently marked and always easily identified. If your pet has not been tagged yet, then you should undergo this procedure as soon as possible by contacting your veterinarian. It is advisable to use a microchip to identify a cat, which is inserted under the skin as a vaccination. Using a special reader, veterinarians and animal shelter employees read the number stored on the microchip and find out your address from a central database.

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A short personality test

The test below is very easy to do. It will allow you to quickly get an idea of ​​the character of your new cat.

Socialization (Watch your cat) If the kitten flies like a bullet to play with your shoe lace, rubs its head against your legs, then this indicates that socialization has gone well. If the kitten hides when you arrive or tries to run away when you approach, it means that socialization has not taken place properly. You should return to this stage again and try to pass it more successfully. Give the kitten more toys and try to approach him by playing with him.

Foil ball test Roll a ball of crumpled foil in front of the kitten. If he does not react immediately, it means he is shy or indifferent to moving objects.

Dominance Tendency Test A kitten that calmly allows you to stroke its belly while lying on its back has accepted your “parental authority.” In the future he will be a sweet and friendly cat. If the kitten, on the contrary, fights back and tries to scratch you, it means that it is capable of unpredictable reactions, whether we are talking about affection or an attack.

Testing the reaction to noise Clap your hands loudly, but the kitten should not see you. If he remains calm, but at the same time shows signs of curiosity, it means that your kitten has already matured enough and has developed the correct reactions to external environmental stimuli. If he is trembling and scared, then your task is to gradually introduce him to the variety of sounds of everyday life.

Under the same roof with other pets

It is important to introduce the kitten to other pets as soon as possible so that he can get along with them more easily and enter the new environment normally. Do not try to accustom him to rodents or birds, it is almost impossible. When introducing a kitten to other animals, you should remember: such acquaintance should take place gradually and under your supervision. Dog As a rule, a balanced, sociable dog easily gets used to being around a kitten. Older dogs can sometimes be less tolerant, but after trying a kitten's claws, they usually subdue their aggression and get along well with the kitten in the future.

Another cat

Here the task can be much more difficult. An adult cat is very cool about the appearance of a kitten on its territory. Most likely, she will express her dissatisfaction with the kitten, since she is very reluctant to accept even the slightest changes in her habits. It can take months for an adult cat to become completely comfortable with a young cat. When introducing a kitten to another cat for the first time, do not allow either party to become aggressive. Take both animals to neutral territory for play and feeding. Do this until the cats get used to each other. This will help create a hierarchy between both

Some tips

• In the first days, maintain the privileges of the “old-timer” animal (dog or cat).
• Make sure your cat's litter box is in a quiet place. First, let the cat only into some part of your apartment, this will make it easier for her to get used to it, and she will not hide under the furniture out of fear.
• Use a cloth to wipe off the special secretion from the kitten's face and rub it on the lower part of the walls in all rooms so that the previous animal gets used to the kitten's smell.

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The lone huntress image in no way reflects a cat's ability to communicate with its conspecifics or people: cats have amazing communication abilities and use various forms to communicate with people or other animals. Most forms of communication with felines present no problem for humans, except for one: leaving scent marks to mark their territory. Your cats understand what you think and feel better than what you say.

Understanding with a person

The cat, of course, does not understand your language, except for a few words, but it closely monitors your body language and its position. She perfectly feels and evaluates your mood. Cats themselves constantly communicate with you through rich and variable body language. Watch your cat and you will gradually gain insight into the secret of communicating with her!

She speaks with her head The shape of the eyes and the position of the ears give a clear indication of what the cat would like to express at that moment. The meaning of whiskers They are sensory organs and serve to recognize the cat’s surroundings, as well as communicate with their relatives. The mustache should not be trimmed under any circumstances.

Language of the body

She says with her body. The cat rubs its head and tail at its feet: this is cat happiness. The kitten feels good and wants to share its scent with you. He “walks his paws” along your lap. This gives the kitten great pleasure. This is how he expresses his good health. These are echoes of the behavior that took place when contentedly sucking mother's milk, when he gently pressed the area around the nipple with his paws. Thus, the cat expresses to you its affection, which it previously felt towards its mother. He rolls around on the floor in front of you. The cat recognizes your higher position in the hierarchy. This is only shown if she feels safe with you and can relax.

Carefully!

Unlike a dog, tail wagging is never a sign of satisfaction in a cat.

Voice language

Purring Typically this signifies humility and contentment. Newborn kittens purr from the first feeding and express their satisfaction towards their mother, as well as their respect. If your cat purrs in front of you, this means that she feels good and perceives you at the moment as the owner. Rumbling and hissing These sounds are used to scare away. When attacking a cat, such signals are part of the defense strategy. Meows There is a wide range, with each meow having a different meaning: request or demand, complaint, fear, denial. The better you observe your cat, the faster you will be able to discern the meaning of its sounds.

Sign language

Touching, stroking: with these gestures the cat introduces you to its territory. With a touch, she distributes the scent secretion from the glands behind the ears along your leg. She thus spreads her scent to you, to the environment and expresses her satisfaction.

Communication with other animals

Even a small kitten has sophisticated and varied forms of communication with which it tolerates the presence of other animals and recognizes aggression. This way, the cat can decide whether it should avoid the encounter.

Marking Territory Marking territory is a completely natural behavior of all felines, including domestic cats, and is also a means of communication. It is carried out by leaving odors, hormonal secretions or scratching.

Leaving scent marks The most common way cats mark their territory is with urine and/or feces. First of all, males demonstrate this behavior after stress or strong emotions (transport, other cats entering the territory). This form of marking territory is intended to intimidate others and cause them to flee. Urine is sprayed horizontally and marks vertical surfaces (trees, walls, as well as sofas and everything else that comes across).

Release of hormones Certain hormones, called pheromones, play a special role in sexual behavior and territory defense. If a cat allocates them to another animal (dog, cat), then it shares the territory with the other animal. This sign of acceptance is demonstrated by a cat only with boundless trust. Scratch marks This type of marking by a cat of its territory leaves obvious traces of the cat on your furniture, carpets or trees. There is no clear explanation for this behavior; it may or may not be accompanied by secretion from the paw pads. This scratching can be just an exercise and becomes a real problem if the cat is afraid and left unchecked for a while.

Encounters with other animals

If unwanted cohabitation cannot be avoided, then the cat uses an intimidation strategy and simply bluffs, turning to screaming, hissing, showing its teeth, and tapping its paws. It is very important to examine cats after romp for signs of scratching and bite marks because abscesses may occur. Castration significantly improves a cat's social behavior and makes it easier to resolve neighborhood problems. 75% of all cats in Europe are neutered. This intervention is possible from the age of six months. Consult your veterinarian about this issue.

A FEW TIPS

• In the first days, maintain the privileges of the “old-timer” animal (dog or cat).
• Make sure your cat's litter box is in a quiet place. First, let the cat only into some part of your apartment, this will make it easier for her to get used to it, and she will not hide under the furniture out of fear.
• Use a cloth to wipe off the special secretion from the kitten's face and rub it on the lower part of the walls in all rooms so that the previous animal gets used to the kitten's smell.

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Tray and filler

You can choose any toilet for your kitten from the variety that can now be found in pet stores. For shy cats, a closed toilet is more suitable; for those who like to throw litter, a tray with high sides is more suitable.

If your pet is not quite a baby anymore, there is no point in buying a small litter box - kittens grow quickly, and very soon the litter box may become too big for them. If your kitten does not know how to use the toilet, find out how to train your kitten to use the litter box in our article.

It is better not to buy mineral litter for kittens, as the kitten can eat it and get a blockage in the digestive tract. Sand ones are bad because the little friend wants to play and scatters it. Give preference to wood or silica gel.

Care accessories

From the first days a kitten lives in the house, it needs to be taught hygiene procedures. Showing your kitten that it's no big deal will help you with future health problems and veterinary visits. Such events will help your pet stay healthy and beautiful.

To maintain hygiene, a kitten needs:

• Accessories for hair care depending on its length;
• Zoo shampoo for kittens;
• Claw clipper.

This is a minimum set of tools: you can purchase the rest as needed.

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nail clipper

In their natural environment, cats often have to climb trees, so their claws wear down on their own. At home, the pet is forced to damage furniture and walls in order to solve its problem. A quality nail clipper will help bring him back to order. This hygiene item is an example of what a cat needs from the first weeks of his stay in the house.

Main types of nail clippers:

• guillotine. Consists of an area to place the claw, blade and trigger. The principle of operation is similar to the operation of terrible execution equipment. Easy to use, just be careful;
• pruner Resembles garden shears and consists of blades, handles, guards or stops;
• scissors. The simplest model, the principle of operation coincides with the features of ordinary household scissors.

Note! For a kitten, it doesn’t really matter which model will be used for trimming its claws, so when choosing, you should focus on your own preferences. Whichever version of the nail clipper the owner can handle is the one that should be chosen.

When purchasing a nail clipper, the owner needs to choose the model that is most convenient for him to use.

scratching post

Unfortunately, even if you trim its claws, the cat will still have a desire to sharpen them - this is an instinct. Therefore, if you are not ready to give up your furniture to be torn to pieces, your kitten needs a scratching post.

In a pet store you can choose a scratching post for every taste - from simple boards with carpet to entire play complexes. Start teaching your kitten to sharpen his claws in the right place as early as possible.

House

At first it will be unusual for the kitten to live in an unfamiliar place without its mother. A personal house will help him cope with his fears. Even if in the future the kitten will sleep in the bed with you, he needs a safe place where no one will touch him. You can make such a house yourself or buy it in a store.

Pay attention to these houses:

Square cat house with toy View product

Scratching post house with toys, 4 tiers View product

Three-story scratching post house with shelf View product

House for cats “Cube with paw” with toy View product

Toys

Kittens love to play! Adult cats usually don't mind either. And what owner would refuse to have fun with his pet? It is not necessary to buy expensive toys: the kitten may not appreciate the purchase, and some entertainment can be done with your own hands. Popular toys for kittens:

• Bow on a string;
• Fishing rod with a feather;
• Catnip Mouse;
• Balls.

It should be remembered that not all toys can be left for the kitten to play independently, as he may get entangled in them, get hurt, or try to eat them.

Place to rest

Facilities for the kitten

Most breeders recommend arranging a personal bed for the kitten. Ready-made ones can be purchased at a specialized store that sells products for animals. But first, try making a kitten bed with your own hands. At home, it will be replaced by an empty box, lined with something soft and pleasant to the touch. Don’t be too zealous - most likely, the lounger will not be in demand: kittens prefer to sleep in their owner’s bed, and during the day they relax where they find it comfortable.

Shopping list for a kitten

We have made a convenient shopping list for the future owner of a kitten. You need to purchase the following items:

• Carrying - hard or fabric;
• 2 bowls for food and 1 for water;
• Tray;
• Cat litter;
• Nail clipper;
• Special shampoo for kittens;
• Slicker, if the kitten is long-haired;
• 2 combs - with frequent and rare teeth;
• House, bench or play complex;
• scratching post;
• Several toys.

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It is recommended to begin preparing for the arrival of a new family member in the apartment by purchasing devices and means for his comfortable accommodation. When going to the store, you need to make a list of must-have things for your baby. Desired items can be purchased later. It is quite possible to do without them, but they will make keeping the animal much easier.

Mandatory acquisitions

Having decided to get a kitten, first of all you need to prepare:

• Metal or ceramic bowls for water and food. It is better not to purchase plastic feeders and drinkers. They can emit a strong odor and move across the floor, making it uncomfortable for your pet to eat or drink. In addition, porous plastic is difficult to wash and becomes a breeding ground for infection.
• Tray with or without filler. When choosing a cat litter box, you need to take into account the size of the animal. Its sides should not be too high, otherwise he will not be able to climb into it.
• Feed. If the cat was adopted from a cattery, it is recommended to find out what kind of food he ate. In the first few days, you should organize his usual diet.
• A warm soft bed for comfortable sleep and relaxation.
• Zooshampoo.
• A scratching post that will help protect furniture and other interior items from a kitten’s claws.
• A brush for combing. When choosing a comb for a cat, it is recommended to take into account the length of its fur.
• Claw cutter.

Desirable items

Desirable but optional purchases include:

• Carrying. You can take an animal to a veterinary clinic or to the countryside by wrapping it in a blanket, but this method of transportation is unsafe for the owner and the pet itself. A special device will allow you to minimize inconvenience during the process of transporting a cat. It is recommended to choose a high-quality carrier, such as a plastic box. It is reliable, comfortable and will last longer than its fabric counterpart.
• Toys. Kittens are energetic and playful. To direct the baby’s irrepressible energy into a peaceful direction, you need to provide him with wind-up mice, balls and other toys. The four-legged “Energizer” will play enough during the day, after which he will sleep soundly at night, without trying to wake up his owners so that they can entertain him.
• Game complex. The playful pet will love exploring the cleverly intricate passages.
• Harness if you plan to walk the animal.
• Cat urine odor remover. It will take a long time for a kitten to learn to relieve itself in the right place, so that there is no unpleasant smell in the house, a special liquid will be useful.

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