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Things cats like or need |
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There are certain things that you will need to
do for your new American Shorthair
kitten. I will list what I can think of
below.
- A litter box - the covered ones help
control smell and litter scattered all over, Litter boxes should be cleaned daily (your baby kitten will
need a smaller litter pan to start with) If you have several levels
in your home, it is wise to have a litter box on each level. Also if
you buy the automatic cleaning litter boxes leave the motor turned off for
a week or so until the kitten is used to using the litter box before you
turn the motor on so as not to scare the kitten at the wrong moment during
it's transition from our home to yours. Another thing to consider is
that I do not use the cover on the litter box when the kittens are little
as I am using a smaller litter box. So they are not used to the covers
when they go to their new homes. You can introduce the covers after
a few weeks in your home.
- A litter scoop - They have little slats
that filter the clumps
- Litter - We use Tidy Cat for multiple cats
- Buy this for the first time anyway and then slowly add the new litter
you want to use if you prefer a different kind, it will be an easier
transition for the kitten if there are familiar things around.
- The kittens immunization series may need to be
completed. Your kitten will be up to date on it's immunizations when you
receive it, but further shots may be necessary to finish the immunization
series.
- A safe carrying crate to take your
kitten/cat to the vet or on trips with you
- Also, your vet may need to give your kitten
a rabies shot after it has reached 3 months of age or a certain different
age in your state.
- Annual health checks at your veterinarian
with an annual immunization booster, and any other check ups recommended
by your vet.
- Clean water daily - dish should be washed
between fillings
- Fresh food daily - dish should be washed
between feedings - We feed Purina One Healthy
Kitten dry and if you want to feed
canned food we use Friskies. 1 kitten (8 week old) may eat 1/3 can a
day. Refrigerate non used portions. Do not make the mistake of
giving your cat too much soft cat food. Chewing the dry chunks are
good for gum and teeth health.
- A safe environment - no poisonous plants
or open chemical containers
- Gentle handling
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These are things that kittens /cats like
- A scratching climbing post - saves on furniture
- An accessible window with a perch/ledge so
they can watch what goes on outside - (preferably a sunny window)
- A snuggle bed is enjoyed by many cats, but
some do not use them
- Safe Toys made for cats
- Love and affection - kittens/cats love
attention, to be petted and talked to & played with
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Scratching/climbing post |
Window perch |
Sparkler on a string with bell |
Clean dishes |
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Cat litter |
Litter box, a cover helps keep the litter
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Purina One Healthy Kitten & Friskies
canned shredded meats |
Mouse toys |
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Litter scoop |
Affection |
Snuggle bed/pillow |
Safe hard side carrying crate |
Soft carrying crate is also handy to have |
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Toys |
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| You should be able to buy
supplies at K-Mart, Wal-Mart, Pet Smart, or your local pet store and some
grocery stores. |
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