What does a kitten need when entering the house?

Bowls

It is recommended to purchase at least three pieces: one for water and separate containers for dry and wet food.

When choosing, you should pay attention to the material from which the dishes are made. It is best to use metal, glass or porcelain bowls. They are hygienic and safe. It is recommended to refuse plastic utensils. This option is the least hygienic: harmful bacteria and germs easily grow on plastic, which can lead to poisoning of the kitten and other problems of the digestive system.

Tray

Toilets for cats are different: open, closed, with and without filler. Experts recommend choosing open trays with fillers. As experience shows, it is the easiest way to accustom a kitten to such a toilet.

As for the shape, color and model of the tray, in pet stores you can find options for every taste. Here the choice is up to the owner.

Filler

A properly selected mixture will effectively eliminate unpleasant odors, the appearance of which is inevitable. Fillers for trays are of several types:

• absorbent. Consists of natural substances and minerals. There is no need to replace it every time after the kitten went to the toilet;
• clumping. Consists of small clay granules. When liquid gets on them, they begin to form lumps that need to be thrown away;
• Woody. It also consists of natural substances, usually cellulose. Under the influence of moisture, such a filler decomposes, it can even be thrown into the toilet;
• Silica gel. It consists of a dried gel, the granules of which perfectly isolate moisture and unpleasant odors. Such a filler is considered one of the modern and highest quality, but is not sold everywhere.

A place to sleep

It can be a special bedding, a basket or a house. The main thing is that the pet should be warm, soft and comfortable there. A comfortable bed will also help if the pet needs to be weaned from the bad habit of sleeping in the owner’s bed.

Care should be taken to create maximum comfort in the part of the room where this place is located, because a kitten, especially a small one, sleeps a lot.

Care products

Various devices not only help to monitor the appearance of the kitten, but also ensure its hygiene and maintain health. The most important means are:

• Cogterez, allowing painless cutting of claws;
• Shampoo, designed specifically for cats;
• Brushes.

Toys

One of the most significant things in the life of any kitten. Rubber balls and squeakers in the form of various animals are perfect for a pet.

At the same time, toys with small parts that are easy to swallow should be avoided. A certain danger is presented by objects with long ropes, in which the kitten can become entangled and suffocate. Better not to leave him alone with such amusements.

Many of these things are bought more than once and can even serve the animal for a lifetime, so their choice should be approached responsibly.

15 2017 June

Updated: December 21, 2017