Did you adopt a new kitten? Congratulations! Your life is set to be a lot more enjoyable. The first day with your new companion is an exciting day. It’s fine to be stressed some but don’t fret that you’ll make it! These guidelines will assist you in welcoming and take care of your kitten to enjoy the best possible beginning.
Make sure you have a designated corner for your kitten.
The key to a comfortable beginning is to prepare ahead of time. Start by setting an area for welcoming to serve as the focal point for your kitten in the initial few days. Laundry rooms and bathrooms are ideal for kittens since they’re usually tiny and their floors are simple to keep clean.
Here’s a quick guideline of how to arrange the area that is dedicated to your cat:
Take off or tape the electrical cables.
• Keep houseplants away from the reach of kittens (remembering that kittens may climb)
• Remove or store broken objects
* Ensure that windows and doors are shut and secure completely
* Butcher uncovers the pants and the openings
* Put your litter box in one corner, and the water and food bowls in another area of the room.
Fill in the kitten’s room with accessories. A pillow that is soft and a scraper are a good idea. Select two or three engaging toys that will teach him how to play. Include some additional toys in it, so that he can play independently such as plush toys as well as crumpled paper and cats so that they can have fun even while you’re away from the room.
A kitten is welcomed to their new home
The very first thing you do in those first 24 hours is to take your cat home! When you are ready to collect him, make an appropriate transport container for him. If your kitten is from a shelter, we might be in a position to loan or lease one. The best thing to do is to know ahead of time. A transport crate can be a good idea , considering that you’ll likely have to use it in other situations. Bring a fluffy blanket, along with some treats, to place in the crate to ensure the maximum comfort of your cat.
In your car, put the box of transport in a secure location or on the ground behind the passenger’s seat or in the back of the car that is secured with the seat belt. Be sure to secure it secured and keep it closed during the driving.
When you are at home, place the crate that transports you inside the kitten’s bedroom. Unlock the door and allow your kitten ample time to venture out by itself. It’s normal for him to be worried, because everything is brand new to him and he’s experienced a very stressful journey! Be patient, be nearby, speak calmly, and don’t overdo things. There is a whole lifetime to share
Your kitten’s first hour at home
The kitten might be hiding during the opening of the crate that it is shipping in. This is a normal thing to do. Allow him to explore the space according to his pace. Perhaps he’ll wander around the room in a matter of minutes and it might take a couple of hours before he ventures out of the cage.
Make sure that your pet is kept in a specially-designed space for at least for the initial 24 hours and up to two weeks. This is a fantastic way to help him gradually become familiar with the scents and sounds in his new surroundings. This is especially crucial when you have pets at your home. You should wait for at minimum 24 hours prior to you introduce your kitten to other pets. When you’ve finished the time frame, allow your pets to look around their litter boxes to become familiar with the smells of each other and slowly make introductions.
First time visit to the litter
The good thing is that kittens can become potty trained in a short time. However, you’ll need to teach her where she can go for at first. Begin when your kitten emerges from its crate of transport and is placed on the litter box. If he defecates right away, great! You could congratulate the guy and reward him with an indulgence. If you don’t, think about directing him to the litter box every 30 minutes or as often as you like.
When your kitten is clean Do not clean the litter box immediately. In contrast, let her initial “offerings” (stool as well as urine) are used as a guideline. Your kitten has a great sense of smell as well as an instinctual need to be clean – he only needs to figure out the right places to go. After the first day, you should clean your litter box at least once each day.
If your kitten is peeing in the outside of your litterbox, don’t discipline him. He’ll be unable to understand the reason, and he could be that he associates the time the cat needs to be scolded to be scolded with an unpleasant incident. Instead, simply redirect him to the litter box. Cats are tidy, and you can be sure that your cat will get the litter quickly.
Time for playing and managing the remainder of the day
It’s natural to snuggle your new kitten for the entire day! But, it is best to allow him to get acquainted with you slowly. In the end, you’re an entirely new person in his life and he’s just starting to find the new place he’s found.
For the first time, you can sit with him. If his body language indicates that he’s relaxed and curious, offer him the hug. Play time and caressing can be alternated and let him discover independently.
If you have small children be sure to teach them to remain at a safe distance from the kitten, and to only hold or pet it when they sit. Children who are over four are allowed to pet the kitten when they are sitting. Children younger than four will need to be taught to gently stroke them and with a grain. Let your cat or kitten take the initial step, and then watch for indications of anxiety.
The first night
You know that you’d like your kitten to be with you at night. But the truth is that kittens are energy-guzzlers and don’t always comprehend the concept of “night’s sleep”. If the room where your kitten sleeps is your bedroom, odds are you’ll end up with kittens snuggled against your bed all the night.
Don’t be ashamed of not letting him stay in his room and going for a nap in your bedroom. I guarantee you’ll be fine until the next morning. Leave it as is with a comfy blanket and pillow, then switch off the lights and shut the door. If you’d like you could make your alarm set to go and check out the situation at night.
In the morning, take your cat to his space. There may be a mess that you have to get rid of. Provide him with a fresh bowl of liquids and snacks, then clean the litter box and then hang out with him.
Congratulations! You have had a great very first time with your cat. You’re in the right direction to to take great care of it and enjoy the new life that starts with the new companion you have found.