No matter how your new kitten enters your life, you’re going to need a breakdown of exactly how to care for your new furry friend! Let’s dive into a comprehensive guide for new kitten owners
Weigh Your Options
When you’re looking for a new kitten to welcome into your family, we recommend considering adoption! There are so many kittens in shelters and rescue organizations that are longing for loving homes!
Just know you should be prepared to invest time, patience, and resources into training and socializing your adopted kitten.
FAQs About New Kitten Care
What vaccinations does my kitten need?
Kittens require a series of vaccinations to help protect them against common diseases. Schedule an appointment with us and we can help you determine the correct vaccination schedule for your new kitten.
How often should I feed my kitten?
Young kittens should be fed high-quality food that benefits their nutrition. When you schedule an appointment with us, we can help you determine which food will be best for their overall health. The best way to feed your new kitten is to give them small, frequent meals throughout the day and gradually transition them into a regular feeding schedule.
What should I do if my kitten is scratching everything?
Scratching is totally normal for kittens, but we understand it can be frustrating. To help you kitten, we recommend implementing scratching posts and discourage them from scratching on furniture by redirecting their behavior with other toys. Another tip to help minimize their scratching is to keep their nails trimmed.
What You Need to Know About Socializing
Socializing your kitten is one of the best things you can do! We recommend exposing them to new people, animals, and environments during the first two to nine weeks of their life. These positive social interactions can help prevent any behavioral issues later on in their life.
Your Kitten’s Healthcare
Outside of their vaccinations, it’s important for your kitten to have regular vet check-ups with our clinic. This can help you prevent any parasites from appearing as well as taking care of spaying and neutering.
Training Your Kitten
Kittens don’t need formal training like dogs do, but they do well when they have positive reinforcements. You can provide your kitten with healthy habits by giving them scratching posts, and getting them comfortable with being held while they are young. These tiny behaviors might seem small, but they can really help create healthy adult cats.
Budgeting For Your Kitten
Owning a new kitten does come with financial responsibility. Keep in mind that you will need to pay for food, vet care, grooming, supplies, as well as unexpected medical expenses.
Creating a budget can help you ensure that you are able to provide for your kitten’s needs throughout their entire life!
At Rose City, our priority is making sure your tiny kitten is healthy and happy. Make sure to schedule an appointment with us during the first few days of owning your new kitten! We’ll make sure that they don’t have any fleas or ticks, parasites, or any other health concerns as they start their new life with you!
