Kittens
All Kittens are adorable and it can be tempting to take one home without thinking of the consequences. Remember that, just like children, they can be destructive and demanding. Taking on a kitten means that you are committing yourself to years of care, with some living well into their teens and twenties.
When choosing a kitten, ideally you should see the litter and consider the parents’ health and temperament. By doing so, you can ensure the Kittens are healthy and of the correct age when you take them home.
Beware of choosing Kittens with eye and/or nose discharge, poor coat condition and those that look underweight. All are indicators of poor health.
When taken home, your kitten should have easy access to a litter tray at all times and, if you have children, ensure that they always handle your kitten with consideration and respect. Kat-it water fountains are a great way to teach a kitten where to get its water.
Kittens that have not been well socialized from an early age may not make ideal companions if there are young children in the family. These animals may be quite shy and afraid in a busy household. Similarly, farm Kittens can also be quite a challenge and may need to be placed in an experienced household.
The optimum age for socialization is between two and seven weeks of age. Ask what the breeder or rescue center has done to ensure the Kittens are well socialized and confident around people and other animals.
Choose only a kitten (of at least eight weeks of age), if someone will be at home for all or part of the day to give your cat the care and attention needed. The Blue Cross adoption centers always have cats of all ages needing good homes.
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