CARING YOUR HEALTY KITTEN
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Kittens are
unique, adorable and mostly fun if you have it. But it is important to remember
that providing a home for a kitten is a commitment for its life time (which may
be 15 – 20 years). Before you take on a new kitten in your home, there are a few
things to consider.
Kittens are
active, full of energy, mischievous and often time consuming. If you are
particularly keen to protect your sofa, thing, curtains or your home furniture,
then you may like to consider adopting an adult or older cat!!!
Because
there are responsibilities involved in owning any cat and if you are thinking
about adopting a kitten, you need to red Cats Protection’s.
Your new
kitten will be a cat before you know it and you will need to understand how to
look after their welfare throughout their life. Although they do not stay young
for long, the care you provide for your kitten will help ensure their happiness
and set the path for you both to enjoy a lasting companionship.
1). Kitten Feeding
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Kittens
should have access to fresh water and be given commercial kitten food to ensure
their nutritional needs are met. Their food should be checked and replaced at
least 3 – 4 times daily. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and avoid
giving less or more than the total daily recommended amount.
2). Kitten Sleep
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Kittens are
really playful and can race around and then fall asleep exhausted the next
moment. A sleeping kitten can be very endearing but it is important not to
disturb them as good quality sleep is needed for their growth and development,
both physically and behaviourally. Kittens likes your child or just like
babies, kittens need lots of sleep, so make sure they get plenty of time to
rest.
3). Kitten Consistency
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Be consistent in your approach to a
kitten.
Particularly
with regard to what you will and won’t allow, and make sure everyone in the
household works to the same rules.
For example,
don’t let them in a room one day, but not another!!!
It will
make confuse them and may lead to behaviour you don’t want.
And be
careful. Never punish your kitten as this can make them anxious or fearful.
Gently say ‘NO’
and ignore them for a short while or distract them with a toy. After that, don’t
forget to reward your kittens when the behaviour you do want by offering praise
or a small treat.
Remember
there are certain behaviours inherent to a cat, such as hiding, climbing,
hunting or predatory style playing, scratching and toileting. Ensure you give
your kittens opportunities to express these which are acceptable to you both or
they will find options you may find less appealing, such as shredding the
curtains!
4). Kitten Litter Training
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When it
comes to litter training, most kittens are quick to learn. Usually they just
need to be shown the litter tray and they know what to do.
Kittens
learn an association between going to the toilet and the material that is under
their feet.
The kitten
forms a preference for toileting on that type of surface and will generally
prefer this material throughout life.
The
location of the litter tray is crucial for ensuring that cats are able to find
and access it easily and feel safe when using the tray. It is best to place it
in a secluded corner of the room, which is away from their bed, food and water
bowls.
Make sure
avoid busy walkways. It is important that your kitten is not disturbed while
using the litter tray. Try to provide the litter type they have been accustomed
to using already, and make any changes gradually.
5). Kitten Grooming
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Whether you
have a short-haired / long-haired kitten, it is important to gently groom them
regularly so they get used to the feeling of being brushed. It’s easy.
There are a
variety of kitten brushes and grooming tools available.
Grooming
will help to keep your kitten’s coat and skin healthy. You can make it your
own!!!
6). Kitten Need Veterinary Care
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You will
need to register your kitten with a veterinary. A recommendation from a friend
or neighbour is a great place to start. Alternatively, you could phone around
or visit the practice before making your choice. It’s important to build a good
relationship with you vet. Take your kitten for a health check as soon as you
can, as well as any time that they are ill or injured.
7). Kitten Vaccination
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Kittens
should be vaccinated from 8 or 9 weeks of age and they require a second
vaccination from 12 weeks of age to protect them against some serious
infectious diseases. Even if your kitten is kept indoors, it is recommended
that they are vaccinated as they may be at risk of disease from other animals
in the household or infections that have accidentally been transferred in from
outside on an owner’s clothes, hand or shoes.
8). NEW KITTEN – Bring home
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The first
few hours after bringing any cat home can really affect how well they accept
their new life.
First and
foremost, be prepared to be patient and never attempt to rush your kitten into
doing things they may not be ready for. Being creatures of habit, a change of
environment is always stressful for a cat, so it will often take a few weeks
for them to gradually settle and feel safe in their new home.
Before collecting
your new kitten, set aside a dedicated, secure room. This area should include
their food and water bowls, litter tray and ideally something that smells
familiar that they have previously put their own scent on.
It is best
not to leave a kitten alone until they have settled. Provide them with a warm,
secure bed at ground level – a cardboard box will do. Once they’ve had a look
around, show them where their litter tray, bowls and bed are by gently tapping
these items. They may feel a little unsettled if they are used to living with
their mother and siblings, so when you are not there, a soft toy or low-volume
radio might help them feel at ease.
9). Let’s Kitten Outside
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Sadly, many
young cats are lost through straying or being involved in road traffic
accidents. Even so, allowing your cat outside access will provide them with
enrichment and opportunities to express their natural behaviour. It is sensible
to take adequate precautions before first letting your kitten outside. Don’t
risk letting your kitten outside until they have:
- Been neutered.Cats reach sexual maturity from four months of age and sadly many young cats are lost or injured in road traffic accidents while exploring their new environments and searching for suitable mates. Neutering may reduce this risk. At least ensure only supervised access outside before neutering and ensure your kitten is booked in for neutering promptly.
- Been fully vaccinated to protect them against some infectious diseases they may encounter outside.
- Adjusted to their new indoor environment and considers it home. The time this takes will depend on the individual kitten, but will usually be a few weeks at least. Your kitten should be showing confidence around you and others in the home and they will have built up a scent profile enabling them to find their way back.
- Been tagging. It is important that you can be traced quickly in case your kitten becomes lost and is found by someone else.
WHEN YOU DO LET THEM OUT:
- Open the door and step outside, encouraging your cat to go with you.
- Don’t pick them up. Let them make the decision to go outside themselves.
- Do it when it is quiet and just before a mealtime when they are hungry so you can call them back with their favourite food.
- Only let they out for short periods at first. You can gradually build up the time they are out until you are confident they can come and go as they please. Always keep them in at night, to protect them from injury and reduce hunting of wildlife.
- Leave the door open so they can run back into the house if they feel insecure.
- Make sure the immediate environment does not contain hazard
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