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JUST GOT A NEW CAT? WHAT TO DO TO PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR YOUR CAT'S ARRIVAL Your New Cat or kitten must arrive at home any day, you are necessarily very excited. These last days before their arrival, many activities will occupy you until the day when your New Cat will come home. BEFORE YOUR NEW CAT COMES HOME Whether Bringing a Cat Home or a kitten, they will always have very similar needs, especially on the administration side. Here are some things to settle before their arrival: If you do not have a vet yet, ask local cat owners to recommend one, and register your new cat immediately. It is a lot less stressful to know that they are already registered, in case they feel bad or if they have to be sterilized. Talk to your veterinarian about insurance policies that will cover unforeseen veterinary fees. While you're there, make sure your New Cat or kitten is permanently identified with a microchip in case it gets lost one day. IT'S TIME TO GO SHOPPING! YOU WILL NEED: A secure chat carrier. Bowls - There should be two bowls, one for food and one for water. Choose easy-to-clean ceramic or glass bowls rather than metal bowls. Some cats do not like reflections or shadows in their bowl when they are feeding or drinking. Make sure it is big enough for them to bend over and cover themselves without their whiskers touching the sides, as this may put some cats outside. A litter tray and litter. It is preferable to use the same type used by the breeder or the rescue shelter, at least until they have settled there, so that they recognize it - and, above all, know what to do! A cat bed - many prefer an igloo style bed for comfortable security, or a high bed from the ground (for example, as part of an activity center). Grooming equipment, especially if they have long hair. A scratch post in tree bark or a post wrapped with sisal string. Scratching helps keep your cat's claws in good condition. A dedicated post should normally distract them from your furniture and carpets. A range of toys. Their favorite games are those that involve you, like soft fluff to hunt and bounce. This gives them a safe outlet for their natural hunting behaviors. Food. Give your New Cat or kitten the same diet as usual at a breeder or rescue center for at least a week and gradually replace it with another diet only if you prefer or for health reasons. ONCE AT HOME......HURRAH!!, THE BIG DAY HAS ARRIVED Congratulations! Despite your enthusiasm, try to stay calm to allow your New Cat to settle in without being surprised. Here are some tips to help you in your first days to get a cat: Make sure you can give your cat time to acclimate to his new environment and help him settle into an established routine. This could mean working from home or booking a few days of vacation to have a good time with your new pet. Get ready for the return trip. Traveling by car can be a bit confusing and scary for your cat. Talk to the wearer with a soothing pheromone spray and place it on a flat, secure area of your car or on the floor of your feet and cover it with a blanket. You should find that spray, darkness and careful driving help them stay calm. Go home after picking them up - this is not the time to "jump into the shops"! When you get home, put the carrier on the floor in a quiet room, open the door and leave it alone. Children and other pets will get up to meet the last member of your family, but their enthusiasm could be a little scary for your new addition. Watch them first until your New Cat gets used to their new home. It's always fun to choose a name for a new pet. Once you've decided, use their name each time you interact with them so they learn it quickly. All this excitement can be tiring, especially for a little kitten, and they will soon want to take a nap. Place their bed in a warm, quiet place away from drafts so they can rest. Place their litter box in a quiet location and easily accessible from the room, where they will not be disturbed. This should be far from their bed and feeding area. Check it at least twice a day, immediately removing any solids and contaminated waste. Empty completely and disinfect the tray at least once a week. Feed them several small foods a day, as this will help you develop a very close connection. Keep your New Cat indoors for 2-3 weeks to give him time to get to know each other and to know all the smells and sounds of his environment, as well as to be able to explore every single piece of his new home forever. For a kitten, wait until your veterinarian allows you to explore the open spaces. You want your cat to be safe, so make sure there are no open doors or windows through which he can sneak. They should only go outside when they feel confident. If you do not know when this will happen, talk to your veterinarian who will be happy to advise you. Remember, everything will be new, exciting and exciting for your new family member, which can be a bit of a pain. Prepare to be a little withdrawn at first, but they should soon move to their new home and new family life. If they do not seem to come out of their shell, talk to your veterinarian. If you are hosting a rescue cat, ask the shelter staff what they know about your new pet's preferences. You can include or offer something to your cat to make him feel more at home. Your kitten's breeder and veterinarian will be happy to help and advise you on how to care for your New Cat, how healthy they are and how to settle in their new home. All you have to do is enjoy getting to know them, play and have fun with your new furry friend.