Preparation Is An Important Part Of Caring For Kittens
Owning a pet is a
big responsibility and preparations should be made before the
new family member arrives home. Caring for kittens involves some
essential equipment but common sense is the most valuable
commodity. There are some basic things to do to ensure your
kitten is happy and healthy.
Your kitten will need a good cat carrier to bring it home and
for later trips to the vet or relatives. It will also need
shallow bowls for food and water and there should always be
fresh water available. The bowls should be kept clean at all
times. It's best to feed kitten with four or five small meals a
day until kitten is six months old. After that, it can cope with
two larger meals a day. Your vet will advise on the correct diet
that kitten needs for nutrition.
For the sake of your furniture, it's a good idea to get a
scratching post. Kitten will need a bed or a cardboard box with
an entrance and lined with a blanket. Kittens need stimulation
and will appreciate some non-toxic toys. Caring for kittens
entails registering with a vet, who will give the necessary
vaccinations. Kitten must not be allowed out until the
injections have been given and for a period immediately
afterwards. The first vaccination is given at nine weeks and the
second series at twelve weeks. The booster injection is given
annually.
Another essential is a cat litter tray, tray liners and scoop.
Caring for kittens is easier if you introduce your kitten into a
routine straight away. Take kitten to the tray at the start of
the day and at the end of the day and following meals. It will
soon get used to it and using the tray will become second
nature. Litter should be changed every day and the tray should
be changed every week. If you do come across any cat feces,
keep away from children and bury it.
Grooming is very important and it is something that kittens do
instinctively for themselves. However, caring for kittens should
involve the owner in helping with the process. This can help to
minimize hairballs and it's also an opportunity to check for
fleas, parasites and cuts etc. A brush and a wide spaced comb
are the best tools for the job. There should be a regular
examination of ears, eyes and teeth. Hygiene helps to keep the
fleas away with vacuuming and washing the kitten's bedding.
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