Plan for a New Kitten's Arrival

Getting your first kitten and have questions on what you need to do to prepare for it. Here are some things you will need for the arrival of a kitten.

Steps

 * 1) Figure out what food the kitten is fed by asking an owner or caretaker, then buy that food at a local pet store. If you want to switch to a new food, buy both, and slowly add the new food into the original one.
 * 2) Buy bowls for food and water (or milk), if using milk make sure to buy kitten formula milk. (If they used formula in the owner/caretaker's house, try to get the same one.)
 * 3) Buy a cat bed (even if you want them to sleep with you) so they can sleep on it during the day.
 * 4) Buy a carrier. You will need to take your kitten to the vet for check-ups, shots, and for spaying/neutering, so you will need a carrier to safely transport it outside your home.
 * 5) Buy a litter box and litter. (Try to get the same kind as used before.)
 * 6) Expect your kitten to be scared on arrival. Ask if its previous owner will bring one of its toys, or a blanket it can use for comfort.

Tips

 * Ask the owner if it has gotten sick or acted unusually since birth so you can inform your veterinarian of any potential concerns.
 * Make sure you have enough money to support the kitten.
 * You can also buy treats to help comfort and train the kitten.
 * Get a collar and tag, and make sure their environment is safe if you want it to be an outdoor cat.

Warnings

 * Don't get a kitten and ignore it.
 * If you live on a busy street, don't let your kitten out front.
 * If there are holes or gaps in your fence, keep your kitten inside.

Related wikiHows

 * Litter Box Train Your Cat or Dog
 * Take Care of Kittens
 * Help a New Kitten Become Familiar with Your Home
 * Encourage Multiple Cats to Get Along with Each Other