Necessary Kitten Supplies

Litter Box- This is one of the most important things! If you would like, you can purchase one of the smaller litter boxes to start your kitten out with. As they grow you can move up to a bigger one.  A good rule of thumb is to have one litter box per cat that you own.                                                                                                                                                      

Clumping Litter - Tidy Cats Scoopable Litter works great for keeping litter box odors down and makes it very easy to scoop the litter. I also recommend Arm and Hammer Litter Deodorizer. It works miracles! It really does keep the smell down if you use it correctly.                                                                                    

Food and Water Dishes -  You can fill them up and leave them out for 24 hour access to the food. Kittens need to eat as much as they want when they are growing to stay strong and healthy. And growing kittens eat a lot of food!

Kitten Food - It's very important that you find a high quality kitten food for your new kitty. Adult cat food is not good for kittens since it does not provide all the nutrients they need. You can discuss with your veterinarian which brand of kitten food is right for your kitten. You should never suddenly change a kitten's food. It can cause stomach upset and diarrhea. If you do want to change food, do it slowly over a period of at least a week. Mix a little of the new food in with the old, and slowly increase the amount until it is 100% of the new food.

Brush and Comb -These are absolutely essential when you own a Persian or Himalayan!  You also need a good comb specifically designed for the undercoat to remove all loose hairs. This will really help cut down on shedding and help to prevent tangling or matting.

TOYS! - Every kitten needs a good supply of toys. It is so fun to watch your new little kitty running around, batting at a jingle ball, or doing acrobatics thru the air trying to catch that little dangling thing on the end of their human's fishing pole! Any kind of cat toys will do, just make sure to have a few on hand for your kitten's entertainment.         

Scratching Post - It's a cat's natural instinct to scratch, so you need to make sure you provide them with an appropriate surface to fulfill their needs. Just make sure you show them the proper place to scratch when you first bring them into your home.

Shampoo - We all know kittens are great at making messes. You should find a quality kitten shampoo and keep some on hand for times you need to bathe your kitten. As cats get older they need baths less often, but it is always good to have some kitten or cat shampoo on hand just in case!

Cat Carrier - Cat carriers are needed for trips to the vet and groomer or any other outing you may need to take with your kitty. Make sure you pick out one that will provide plenty of room for your kitty to stand up and turn around if need be.

Flea/Parasite Control - Revolution works absolutely wonderful. It covers fleas, heart worms, hookworms, roundworms and ear mites. It's a one tube does it all solution! I definitely recommend it.

Veterinarian - Last but not least, you will need to find a good veterinarian. You will need someone to keep your kitty up to date on all vaccinations and fecal examinations, and also someone to call when your kitty is not feeling so good. A vet with 24 hour emergency care is a great plus. You never know when you're going to need them!