Kitten Care
Kitten Care Kitten Care It’s incredibly exciting to welcome a new member into your family, especially if they have whiskers. Although kittens fill a home with so much happiness and good vibes, settling them in can be a challenge. Being prepared for their arrival can make a huge difference in settling-in time. The decompression stage can be a little stressful, but once your kitten has become used to their new surroundings, their personality will start to emerge. Phoebe needed a much longer adjustment period than Jellybean because they were raised in different circumstances and had vastly different personalities. A kind couple rescued Phoebe from a life on the streets when she was a mere kitten and because she was feral, she had a hard time getting used to people and would always keep a safe distance until she got to know you. Phoebe needed a few months to warm up to me, but once she did, she became the most lovable cuddle bug ever because I gave her the freedom to approach me on her own terms rather than pressuring her. As she grew older, she’d spent hours on my lap and slept in my arms every night. She grew more reliant on “uppies” and requests for cuddles, proving that even older cats are still kittens at heart.Jellybean, on the other hand, was born indoors, around other kittens, adult cats, lots of human interaction and even a cute little dog. Her mommy was a blind, heavily pregnant feral, and thanks to the selflessness of a feral cat organisation, she was adopted and had her litter of kittens safely. We adopted Jellybean when she was five months old, (about the same age as when we got Phoebe) and was very shy until she got used to us. Where Phoebe would bite or slap you when she felt annoyed, Jellybean enjoys being smothered in affection and is much more tolerant. In our kitten care guide, you can find information on how to help your kitten settle in, as well as how to introduce them to family members and other pets. We’ve included loads of links with additional information and even a feeding guide that can help you make the best nutritional choices for your new kitten. We’ve also included downloadable brochures as an added bonus to assist you in recognizing toxic and cat-safe plants. Although all the information in our kitten care guide has been carefully curated, we still advise you to conduct further research if you have any questions before bringing home a new kitten. We also encourage you to speak with a veterinarian before doing so. Since adopting a kitten entails a commitment of 10 to 20 years, any new pet parent would naturally want the best for them.We wish you the best and a lifetime of fulfilment with your new furry companion. And please tag us on social media with photos of your little furbaby, kitty photos are always welcome! Find our kitten care guide below. Click Here to Download Our Kitten Care Guide