Briefing

Upon arriving home with your new feline, put your new arrival in a bedroom or a bathroom, where he/she will feel more secure. Provide your feline with plenty of food, fresh water, a litter box, and a comfortable bed in which your cat/kitten will feel safe. Felines seem to “ask” to come out and explore the rest of the house when they feel ready. As your cat/kitten becomes more comfortable in its new surroundings, gradually introduce the new feline to the resident pets. Expect some hissing and growling for a few days prior to new friendships. If you haver a large house provide multiple litter boxes gradually eliminating the ones which are not necessary.(never used)

Have dry food and water available at all times. You may want to also feed a small amount of wet food. This feline has been eating________________. If you choose to change brands, switch the diet gradually, adding small amounts of the new food to the familiar food to avoid loose stools. No milk .

Avoid using clumping litter with kittens as it can be dangerous if ingested or inhaled by the kitten.

Declawing is unnecessary if you keep your feline’s nails trimmed. Begin trimming your feline's nails on a regular basis now, so they become accustomed to it. You must provide your feline with a cat tree and/or scratching posts.

Do not allow your feline to roam freely outdoors; there are too many risks. Your feline may be stolen, hit by a car, pick up diseases from other cats, or fall prey to a coyote. Felines who stay in the house all the time will not ask to go outside.

If the second vaccination was before the age of 12 weeks, you should give a third vaccination three weeks after the date of the second one. Vaccination records are provided. Discuss with your veterinarian whether you want to vaccinate for feline leukemia, if you show or board your cat I would advise in favor of this inoculation. If you need to board your cat, walk him/her on a leash, or have contact with any other cats, these vaccinations would be a necessary precaution.

Kittens are active, playful, and curious. That’s what makes them so much fun to live with! You may need to do a little “child-proofing” around your house. If you have a favorite vase or object that you couldn’t bear to have knocked over, better move it until you get an idea of your kittens activity level.

Please contact me if you have any questions! We love your kitty too!!