Congratulations on welcoming a new kitten to your family!
Owning a cat can be an extremely rewarding experience, but it is also a large responsibility. We hope this information will help you make good decisions regarding your kitten. Click on a topic below to learn more.
Behavior -introducing your kitten to your other pets, acceptable play, socialization
Stress Triggers In Cats and how you can reduce them
Health -vaccinations, Feline Leukemia testing, intestinal worms, fleas, ear mites, information on spaying/neutering, pet identification
Heartworm disease in cats - Learn about feline heartworm disease
Good cat healthcare - Things to do at home and at the veterinarian to help your cat stay healthy
Cat And Diabetes - What to do if your cat is diagnosed with Diabetes
What is in your cat's Mouth?
Feeding -diet recommendations
Grooming -routine grooming, hairballs, and nail trims
Feeding -diet recommendations
Grooming -routine grooming, hairballs, and nail trims
Scratching Posts - Do I really need one?
Emergencies -how to create a safe environment for your kitten
Emergencies -how to create a safe environment for your kitten
Cat Carrier Tips -tips to make the trip to the vet less stressful
This client information sheet is based, in part, on material written by Ernest E. Ward Jr., DVM.
Copyright 2002 Lifelearn Inc. Used with permission under license. June 11, 2007.