July 16, 2025
🛒 Kitten Starter Checklist
Essential Supplies, Tips & Videos for New Cat Parents
Essentials
- Litter trays & scoop (2 trays in quiet areas; clean 1–2x/day)
- Clumping, unscented litter (non-flushable; dispose in wet waste)
- Food & water bowls (steel/ceramic, not plastic)
- Kitten food – Ask your rescuer what the kitten is used to eating to and stick to the same brand initially; transition slowly if changing
- Carrier (secure, well-ventilated; soft or hard shell)
Comfort & Play
- Soft bed or blanket (they may also love boxes!)
- Toys – feather wands, balls, toy mice
- Cardboard or sisal scratching post
- Cat tree (optional, but great for climbing + rest)
- Toothbrush – a soft, damp toothbrush can mimic mom’s grooming
Grooming & Safety
- Brush – soft-bristle, once they’re comfortable with you
- Breakaway collar & ID tag – optional, but handy; avoid bells if sensitive
- Vet file – keep a small folder or digital file with health records, notes, and contact info
🎥 Helpful Videos for New Adopters
- The Ultimate Guide for First-Time Cat Owners
- How to CARE for a KITTEN - Food, Education and Health
- Human Foods that Are Actually Good for Cats
💛 Take It One Day at a Time
Every kitten is different. Some will hide for a week; others will curl up in your lap by day two. Go at their pace. Be consistent. Stay patient. Your calm, caring presence is the best gift you can offer them.
They’ll come around, and when they do, it’ll be worth the wait.