New Cat Care

Congratulations on choosing a fabulous feline to join your family! It is important to start off on the right paw so use these ideas as a guide:

1. Before picking up your new fuzzball have all the items you need already at home. The basics:

Litter box- covered, uncovered- you decide. But choose a litter that is scoopable whether it is corn, wheat or clay.

Scooper- this will get a lot of use so we recommend the metal ones for durability.

Food- get a premium food that does not have corn, wheat or soy. These are the #1 allergens in foods.

Cats need to be encouraged to drink. If you can afford a drinking fountain your cat will love you for it!

Bowls- Try to use only metal or glass. Plastic can cause allergies for cats.

Grooming- depending on your cat’s hair you may need more grooming supplies than just a brush. Usually a tool with metal bristles work best. Plus it is a great time to get to know kitty better.

Toys- another great bonding experience. Whether young or old you can encourage your kitty to play.

Plastic kennel- it may seem like an unneeded expense but you want to keep your kitty safe. Always transport in a carrier to avoid your cat getting loose.

Cat condos or cat trees- the more the better. Cats love to have a variety of things to do. Having different size cat condos through the house will please kitty.

2. Bringing kitty into the house: Whether you have other pets at home or not the best way to get your new friend acclimated is to give him his own room. Have all of his supplies set up in this room. Expect that the cat will spend the next week in this space getting used to the noises, smells and routine of his new home.

Be sure to spend lots of time in the room playing and providing treats.

Some kitties are outgoing, some are shy. Some are independent, some are cuddlers. Whoever your kitty is accept her for that and love her.

3. Time to let the cat into the house: If you have other animals visit a website like the Humane Society of the United States to get tips on how to introduce new family members properly. Again, let him go at his own pace.

Let kitty go at her own pace. Her “safe” room should always be available when she needs it. Remember to reinforce the positive by providing kitty with loads of praise and attention.

Let kitty decide how much attention or independence she needs. Accept her for who she is and begin building your life together.

Dawn works with New Cat Condos to manufacture quality cat houses that your kitty can count on. Be sure to check out their scratch and sleep cat tree which features an abundant amount of sisal rope for your cat to scratch on.

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