Having a new furry friend in your family is always exciting, but it does come with its own unique set of challenges. Whether you've been looking to adopt for a while or ended up with a kitten without looking, the first month with your new kitten is a month of change for the entire family. To help with this, we've put together some tips to help make this transition smooth.
Before you take your kitten home
Be sure to take some time to prepare for him. Buy everything they will need and bring them home so that other pets and family members can begin to get used to them. If you already have a cat, make sure the new kitty has its own bed, food and water bowls, and a couple of toys. Set up an extra bathroom or room so your kitty has her own safe haven for the first few nights in her new home.
a few things to remember
Make sure you have enough kitten food on hand.
Put an additional litter box close to the existing one.
stock up on garbage
day one
The first day with your new kitty is very exciting, but you must be careful not to overwhelm your kitten. Let your kitty explore in the small room you already prepared, or if you didn't have time to prepare for her arrival, set up a safe room and sit on the floor while your kitty adjusts.
If you have other pets, allow them to sniff the kitten while you hold it, but make sure you always keep a safe distance. When you're not around to supervise, put the kitty back in her room with the door closed to make sure there aren't any fights with your other pets.
Make sure the kitten knows where the litter boxes are and that he is eating and drinking. If the kitty wants to sleep, let him sleep. Keep the carrier you brought home with you accessible, in case he gets anxious and wants to snuggle into it.
First 10 days
After a few days, your kitten will explore his new home and get used to where the litter box, food, and water dishes are. They might even claim a favorite place to sleep and feel safe enough to befriend your other pets.
Make sure your kitten continues to eat, drink and monitor her litter box habits during this time. If you see parasites, blood, loose feces, etc. in the sand, it's a good idea to take this sample to the vet. You will need to schedule an appointment during this time to have your kitty checked out.
If your cat is going to be wearing a collar, choose a collar that fits her well, and be sure to add your contact details to her tag if she does manage to get outdoors. Getting your cat microchipped is important and can be done by your vet.
First 30 days
Your cat should be adjusted to his new home by now, so you'll notice him using your furniture as scratching posts, playfully wrestling, and climbing up shelves. If they display problematic behaviors such as aggression, it's best to nip them in the bud as soon as possible. Do this by investing in cat trees, toys, and treats, and using positive reinforcement to train them.
During this time, make sure they've gone to the vet for all his vaccinations and checkups. Avoid taking them elsewhere until they are fully vaccinated. These tips are a great way to start and will hopefully help you on your journey as a new pet parent.
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